Chirp programming software osx, linux, windows update. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems. Baofeng programming software freeware free download baofeng. Chirp has supported the baofeng uvb5 and uvb6 in the daily builds since early april. Works with baofeng uv5r, uv82, uvb6 and bff9 dual band amateur radios. I did a quick search and didnt seen any posts here about the uv b5, so i would like to introduce what i am calling the best kept secret in chinese. In fact, it starts transmitting, but no voice is sent whatsoever. Baofeng handheld btech mobile radio programming software. When i turn on the power, the lcd shows all segments but wont fully boot up. How i solved my baofengs radio did not ack programming. Yeah the uv b56s with 27 menus dont work with current chirp at the moment. This is how to program baofeng uv b5 and uv b6 youtube.
Because baofeng keeps changing the memory layout of these radios, each firmware. Some more recent uvb5 b6 radios ship with only 27 menu options as. The baofeng uvb6 and b5 too, im assuming are factory programmed to operate uhf up to 480mhz. Baofeng uvb6 issue with chirp, but connects fine to baofeng. In fact, it starts transmitting, but no voice is sent whatsoever dead carrier. 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.
Some of those baofeng uvb6 worked fine with this cable those are uvb6 with 29 menu entries with serial numbers 10b6014828 and. To the best of our knowledge, this software is correct. We are targeting this page at the absolute beginner. I tried to use baofengs own software with my uvb6 but even that wouldnt work. Programming the qyt kt8900 with software aided by chirp duration. Sep 04, 20 lior kk6bwa is in the process of hacking the baofeng uv b5. I have this baofeng uvb6 the same as b5, and after using chirp a few times, transmission stopped working.
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. Baob5b6 programming software for the baofeng uvb5 and. Native baofeng software is somewhat cryptic, and requires too much mousekeyboard actions to configure something meaningful. If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. Chirp has supported the baofeng uv b5 and uv b6 in the daily builds since early april. Latest baofeng uv5r series baofeng radio baofeng tech. This easytouse radio will deliver you secure, instant and. The baofeng uv5r can be programmed both by the keys that are on the radio, and by using software. Baob5b6 software software program memories and other setting of the baofengpofung uvb5 and uvb6 hts radios. The documentation that comes with the radio is inadequate for beginners, and even for advanced users has several errors and omissions. 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. The uvb5 uvb6 software download here worked right out of the box, but dont forget to click the red button to change the language from chinese to english. Review baofeng uvb5 baofeng uvb6 ham radio blog pd0ac.
Gmrs two way radio gmrs repeater compatible with dual band vhfuhf scanning receiver dual watch baofeng uv 82hp. From the menu select radio download from radio choose vendor. It receives and transmits well enough for a cheap mobile. Baofeng uvb6 handheld radio,the baofeng uvb6 is a multifunctional dual band uhfvhf amateur handheld two way radio thats also very easy on your budget.
For a twist, itll start up just fine with the programming cable attached, but not updownload within chirp. Chirp software and faq recovery from erratic behavior technical section 220mhz conversion results what is ctcssdcs hardware, cables, antennas, pin outs cable loss attenuation chart. Step by step guide of how to program a baofeng uv6 two way radio on the. I did not even use it, just turned it on to make sure its not defective. In chirp you can choose what com to connect it through, my original one was com3, its now com5. Works with windows 7 32 and 64 bit, windows 8 and 8.
Click go to radio on the menu bar and choose download from radio. The baofeng uv b6 is excellent value and a very popular choice. The baofeng uvb6 is excellent value and a very popular choice. Baofeng uv5r baofeng uv5r baofeng uv5r baofeng uv5r baofeng uv5r baofeng uv5r baofeng uv5r baofeng uv5r a special thanks to all contributors to this site. Programming software rss for the baofeng uvb5 and uvb6 series of portable radios notes. Users have reported that this download is compatible with the indicated operating systems but an x does not necessarily mean it isnt. 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. However, the radio exhibits some really strange display issues when you tune above 499mhz. Lior kk6bwa is in the process of hacking the baofeng uvb5. Programming gb3da repeater into the baofeng uvb6 essex ham. I have a baofeng uvb6 which previously worked correctly. With default security settings, you will need a special procedure to run it. Baofeng uvb5 b6 programming software for windows this software has been made available as a courtesy to our readers. So these are currently the frequency ranges that chirp allows you to key in to the spreadsheet memory editor for a baofeng uvb5 b6 radio.
Programming the radio with the baofeng software is pain free except when you load the software in from the site it is defaulted to chinese. Anyway, for someone trying to find the answer like i was it is quite simple just select the memory channel you want to delete using the arrow keys and then hold the fm button down. We will not be responsible for damage caused by improper loading or use of radio outside its factory specified limits. Programming handy talky baofeng uvb5 and uvb6 transceiver. One can use the chirp software to disable the transmit ability on both the vhfuhf bands. I kinda liked the no frills design with the rotary encoder on top. Page 2 preface thank you for purchasing uvb5 amateur portable radio, which is a dual banddual display radio. You can easily unlock this to 520mhz through either the baofeng software or chirp. Chirp version 20160215 and i assume all later versions will read from and program to the uv b6.
Homebrew users can install chirp without the kk7ds runtime by running brew install tdsmithham chirp and then running chirp from the terminal. I tried to use baofeng s own software with my uv b6 but even that wouldnt work. May 21, 2015 programming handy talky baofeng uv b5 and uv b6 transceiver. As far as software ive tried both the chirp daily build and the factory uvb5 software that i downloaded from the baofeng site at the following link. Chirp has supported the baofeng uvb5 and uvb6 in the daily builds. Chirp programming software chirp software download chirp website. Chirp doesnt seem to work using the baofeng driver software off the. For me, the software supplied on the cd was useless. The uvb56 allows you to enter the channel name unlike the uv5r series. 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. Ive had problems with the baofeng handhelds not working because its been plugged in before.
Baofeng uvb6 pc programming software in summary, were impressed with this little radio. Its solidly made, seems to behave well, and does a better job than our previous baofeng models. Before the radio will use these frequencies, the band limits have to be expanded to include these frequencies, so the vhf band limits were also expanded to cover 128270 mhz. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham. 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. Programming software rss for the baofeng uv b5 and uv b6 series of portable radios notes. Baofeng 20 newest uvb6 dual band vhf and uhf walkie talkie. Im not entirely sure if they are the newer radios or older ones.
Dec 18, 2012 when i first spotted the baofeng uv b5 i was slightly more interested than normal. On top we find a rotary encoder which can be used to change frequency, channel, or menus and underlying parameters. John k3nxu uvb5 uvb5 uvb5 uvb5 uvb5 uvb5 uvb5 uvb5 uvb5 uvb5 uvb5 uvb5 uvb5 uvb5. Baofeng programming software freeware rapid sequencer programming software v. Gmrs two way radio gmrs repeater compatible with dual band vhfuhf scanning receiver dual watch baofeng uv82hp. The baofeng uv b6 comes with one of the best stock antennas rubber ducks for the ham users out there. The baob5b6 programmer is rt systems software designed specifically for the baofeng uvb5 and uvb6 radios, to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc. It looks like baofeng has redesigned this radio, but they are still using the rda1846 chip for the 2m70cm radio and the rda5802 for the fm 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. It looks like baofeng has redesigned this radio, but they are still using the rda1846. The uv6, which is without a screen and different to the uvb6 can be programmed with the chirp software.
Baofeng uv b6 dual band vhf and uhf 5w walkie talkie 20 newest ebay i already have the wouxun kguv6d and love using it the only issue have is it stops scanning when any signal is received even with the receive pl tone on. For programming purposes, the uvb5 and uvb6 are compatible. Baofeng programming software freeware free download. Pl2303 serial port with of course the baofengkenwoodetc. Many new ham licensees start with a basic handheld radio. Baofeng uvb5 baofeng uvb5 baofeng uvb5 baofeng uvb5 baofeng uvb5 baofeng uvb5. Chirp version 20160215 and i assume all later versions will read from and program to the uvb6. The uvb6 is a bit different from the uv6 in that the former has a keypad and a display, the latter doesnt. Just curious if anyone played with this model and experience the. How to program a baofeng uv6 radio on windows pc youtube. This cable cannot be used for baofeng uv 3r, u3 model. I have a baofeng uv b6 which previously worked correctly.
Apr 20, 20 two new radios from baofeng have just arrived today, the uv b5 and the uv b6. Another tutorial on how to make the most of your baofeng radio. I did a quick search and didnt seen any posts here about the uvb5, so i would like to introduce what i am calling the best kept secret in chinese. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. I never got used to the system of pressing up and down buttons for changing frequencies or channels, and this model promised to address this issue. Works with baofeng uv 5r, uv 82, uv b6 and bff9 dual band amateur radios. Also works with kenwood two pin radios, wouxun, puxing, weierwei, quansheng and other two way radios with a kenwood k1 connector. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio.
I downloaded the latest version direct from baofeng the version of software that im using is called baofeng uvb5 v1. Baob5 b6 software software program memories and other setting of the baofeng pofung uv b5 and uv b6 hts radios. Baofeng pofung uvb6 uvb5 faq drivers software accessories baofeng uvb5 b6 menu definitions note. Jul 28, 20 baofeng uv b6 dual band vhf and uhf 5w walkie talkie 20 newest ebay i already have the wouxun kguv6d and love using it the only issue have is it stops scanning when any signal is received even with the receive pl tone on. Our labeling conventions to identify channels in the file. Baob5b6 programming software for the baofeng uvb5 and uvb6. 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. 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. I can hit and transmit on my small town repeater from about 15 miles out on the 220, hit a 440 repeater about 25 miles out with some noise, but still understandable quality. Baofeng uv b6 handheld radio,the baofeng uv b6 is a multifunctional dual band uhfvhf amateur handheld two way radio thats also very easy on your budget.
To verify the connection, run the chirp programming software. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. Sep 21, 2014 i couldnt find it on the miklor website for anyone reading this. You are covered by the ebay money back guarantee if you receive an item that is not as. Baofeng uvb6 issue with chirp, but connects fine to. The baofeng uvb6 comes with one of the best stock antennas rubber ducks for the ham users out there.
Describe your experience with the baofengpofung uvb6 and tell us why you give it the rating you did required. I did not use the software on the disk because chirp is supposed to be better and it is free. I tested baoclone on windows 7, linux and mac os x, with uvr5a, uvb5 and bf888s it worked pretty stable. They both have different software downloads on the baofeng site, and even trying all the available software with the uv6 out of frustration. Newer uvb5 b6 radios ship with either 27 or 28 menu options. So its worth checking to see if the com port is right com would usually be a serial connector but its a fake one that your usb driver will use. I couldnt find it on the miklor website for anyone reading this. The program should download the frequencies from the radio. Yeah the uvb56s with 27 menus dont work with current chirp at the moment.
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