This easytouse radio will deliver you secure, instant and. Aug 08, 2014 it seems it is universally accepted that the newer uv b5 is a better version than the tried uv 5r, but my usage did not yield the same results. Baob5b6 programming software for the baofeng uvb5 and 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. Having launched the baofeng series of wireless walkietalkies and related ancillary products. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv 5r baofeng radios at baofengradio.
Uv 5r the uv 5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. The uv 5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. A better solution is to use chirp to change the uhf band. By the way, there is a uv 3r group and also a baofeng uv 5r group. The package sat the latest baofeng uvb5 black dual band radio. There is a new baofeng portable radio, the uv b5 dual band twoway radio. For those who want to know about uv b5, i can easily hit the repeaters located 10 and 25 kilometers away even in low power mode.
The uvb5 can be expanded 520 mhz using the baofeng software but it requires you to enter your channels and settings again. Unfollow baofeng uv 3r to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Vip software is designed for windows operating systems. Open the chirp software, click on radio then choose download from radio. It seems to be impossible to program proper pmr frequencies with mine, no matter which frequency step i choose, be it 5khz, 6.
Baofeng uvb5 how to program vhfuhf repeaters youtube. Bao b5 b6 software software program memories and other setting of the baofeng pofung uv b5 and uv b6 hts radios. I like 5rs body better, it feels better constructed, even though b5 is claimed to be somewhat whaterproof. The baob5 b6 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. Baofeng introduced the uv 5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012.
Radio programming software for the baofeng uvb5b6 rt systems. Page 2 preface thank you for purchasing uvb5 amateur portable radio, which is a dual banddual display radio. You can add or remove channels from scanning list using the free computer software. Baofeng radio canada genuine baofeng radios free shipping. Basic operation of the baofeng uv b5 hand held dual band radio. They say that my signal is good and perfectly readable 55, even though me and the repeaters are in the city center. Either chirp, baofengs software, manual programming is the only way right now. Ftdi genuine usb programming cable for btech, baofeng, kenwood, and anytone radio. A pair 2 pcs baofeng ct9frs family frequency service frs radio, ic certified. A walkthrough how to program vhf and uhf repeaters for the baofeng range of radios. Baofeng uvb5 with channel selector knob and alarm button baofeng uvb6 with led flashlight the slight differences between the two radios can almost immediately be spotted. Bft1, english, this software is used for bft1, icon download. Baofeng uvb5 uvb6 storing memory channel in 60 seconds. A walkthrough how to program vhf and uhf repeaters for the baofeng range.
How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. Apr 20, 20 two new radios from baofeng have just arrived today, the uv b5 and the uv b6. Even though it is for a uv 3r, the device driver is the same for the 3 and 5. Choose the com port number for the usb cable, the vendor baofeng and the model of the radio such as uv5r from the drop down lists in. Ive been very happy with the baofeng uv5ra, but baofeng has released some newer models on the market so i thought it was time to take a look at the current offerings. Jan 30, 20 on the surface, it is your typical dual band 5w chinese ht. Continue reading baofeng uv5ra, uvb5, uv82, and yaesu vx6r comparison. The radio is a baofeng uv b5 same but with channeldial and without led compared with any of my previously owned ht its sound quality on both transmit and receive is as good or better this includes alinco, yaesu, icom and other china radios. I kinda liked the no frills design with the rotary encoder on top. Baofeng pofung uvb6 uvb5 faq drivers software accessories.
Any vendor that purchases a large quantity of radios can have a private label and in some cases, firmware version applied to the radio. You can give channels alphanumeric names, using a computer. To the best of our knowledge, this software is correct. 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. Review baofeng uvb5 baofeng uvb6 ham radio blog pd0ac. Feb, 2014 basic operation of the baofeng uv b5 hand held dual band radio. Two way radio, baofeng walkie talkie uv 5r5 5w dualband twoway ham radio transceiver uhfvhf 6174400520mhz,65108mhz fm with upgraded earpiece, builtin vox function,battery,charger. Baofeng bff8 and uv 5r series 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. All information, software, etc is provided in good faith and at your risk. Baofeng uv5ra, uvb5, uv82, and yaesu vx6r comparison. 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.
Works with windows 7 32 and 64 bit, windows 8 and 8. Baofeng uv b5 one of the problems for aspiring hams is the cost of entry into the hobby. The bao b5 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. System utilities downloads uv 6 uv 7 series by baofeng and many more programs are available for instant and free download. There is a new baofeng portable radio, the uvb5 dual band twoway radio. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. We are the authorized distributor of baofeng products.
The baob5b6 programmer is rt systems software designed specifically for the baofeng uvb5 and uvb6 radios, to give you the ease and convenience of. The radio has 2 power levels 5 watt maximum, allowing you to choose how far you can communicate. The uvb5 has a channel select knob at the top of the radio where the uvb6 has an led flashlight. Baofeng uv5r yahoo group not to be confused with the other one, this uv5r group has a hyphen.
Use the programming software, which has an option scan add on. We will not be responsible for damage caused by improper loading or use of radio outside its factory specified limits. If you want to transmit, or even if you just want to listen to the amateur bands on vhf and uhf or higher, you have to buy a fairly expensive piece of equipment. Software program memories and other setting of the baofengpofung uvb5 and uvb6 hts radios. Mar 27, 2012 i uploaded the win7 device drivers to the files section of the uv 3r yahoo group, so join that group and they are there. Uvb5, english, this software is used for uvb5, icon download.
The baob5 software allows you to program memory channels and menu settings of the uvb5 or the uvb6 radio. This is a very short video aimed at showing how to save simplex channels onto the uvb5 or b6. Whether over long stretches, short distances, or through building walls and floors, the baofeng uv b5 frsgmrs dualservice twoway radio is designed to provide reliable and troublefree performance. Dec 18, 2012 when i first spotted the baofeng uv b5 i was slightly more interested than normal. Program software for baofeng uv 5r windows 64 bit vip version. Programming software rss for the baofeng uv b5 and uv b6 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. For baofeng uv5r uv5r uv5r uv5rc uvb5 uvb6 bfradio. You can program your baofeng uv5r exactly how you want it. Baofeng handheld btech mobile radio programming software. There is, in most cases, almost no actual difference between the variants, which is very confusing for customers. 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. If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors.
Baofeng uv b5 uv b6 storing memory channel in 60 seconds duration. Tyt md380 uhf tier ii dmr digital two way radio free tyt. Baofeng uv b5 b6 programming software for windows this software has been made available as a courtesy to our readers. Here are the links to the radios on the baofeng site.