Thank you for purchasing the uv5r amateur portable radio from baofeng radio us, the official baofeng distributor in the united states. Baofeng uv5re dual band vhf uhf radio 409shop,walkietalkie. Return to chirp and click the radio menu and choose. How to manually program the baofeng uv5r from the keypad. Baofeng uv5r plus qualette 5w dual band two way radio walkie talkies royal blue 4. The uv5r has a flashlight, an fm broadcast radio, alarm, is easy to program manually, and is supported by chirp. Summary of contents for baofeng uv5r plus page 1 quick users guide to the yellow radio what follows covers basic steps needed to effectively communicate using this radio, specifically. Aa size battery case compatible for 3 x aa standard battery. I havent dug through the yahoo groups list either i hate yahoo groups. I havent seen anything definitive written about it. This radio may be of interest to blind hams, since unlike more expensive radios from the big three manufacturers baofeng has managed to implement limited speech feedback for some functions. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv 5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. Settings are a b off this is a nice feature visually impaired manual a bit more readable than the uv5rs. Baofeng uv 5re the transceiver is a microminiature multiband fm transceiver with extensive receive frequency coverage, providing localarea twoway amateur communications along with unmatched monitoring capability.
It has a few flaws for example you cant disable the keypad and stop users doing. Part 90 hand held transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174 mhz and 400480 mhz. Software program memories and other setting of the baofeng uv5r3 radio. Make sure the battery is in good contact with the charging terminals. Baofeng uv5r modulation modification ham radio blog pd0ac. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. Really the uv 5re is just a cosmetic variant of the uv 5r. The charging process initiates when the red led lights. What range can i reasonably expect using a baofeng uv5r. Amateur handheld transceivers uv5r specifications copyright 2012, universal radio, inc. Baofeng uv5r dual band 4w ham radio with earpiece s0f free description.
Several baofeng uv5 models are available with extended model names, like uv5ruu. First thing i changed it put a dual band 19 inch long antenna. Someone asked me today whether they should get a uv5x instead of an uv5r. Baofeng uv 5r plus qualette 5w dual band two way radio walkie talkies royal blue 4.
Nifty accessories niftybaofeng uv5r educational quick. Works only with the rt systems usbk4y cable as shown below. It came with the latest at the time firmware, bfs3. Works with windows 7 32 and 64 bit, windows 8 or 8. As to your firmware version you should check out this page at. Electronically most of these varieties are identical inside, its mostly about the looks. The uv5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. If you liked the uv 3r, the uv 3r plus is the perfect radio for you. Baofeng uv3r two way radio batteries at batteries plus bulbs. All information, software, etc is provided in good faith and at your risk. We have the plus version, the a version, the b version, the e version, and the uu version. Baofeng uv5r plus uhfvhf dual band amateur radio handheld radio complete with durable metal shell.
About baofeng uv5r models the resource is currently listed in in a single category. Step frequency setting, high low power change, battery save, w n, dual frequency, reporting number command, dtmf. Here pdf alert is a drawing of a twometer suctioncup dipole i made for when i traveled for work and stayed in hotels a lot. 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. The main category is baofeng uv5r that is about dual band vhf uhf handheld transceiver. Use only baofeng supplied or approved batteries and chargers. We are the authorized distributor of baofeng products. Programming your baofeng uv5r radio simplex issaquah. Want something that better suits your reading device of choice.
Busy channel lockout bcl,ctcssdcs,pc programmable,timeout timer tot,vox special function. The uv 3r plus transceiver is low cost microminiature multiband fm transceiver, that offers everything the 3r offered with updated software and features. Really the uv5re is just a cosmetic variant of the uv5r. Baofeng uv5r plus quick user manual pdf download manualslib. Across the board of models available, one thing thats consistent is that you should buy and use the programming cable for this radio. May 02, 20 baofeng uv5r modulation modification the baofeng uv5r is probably the best selling ht from china to date. No problem, wege got versions coming for all the popular formats. Oct 10, 2015 after i decided on baofeng, i started watching countless youtube videos about the different radios offered mostly the uv 5r and the uv 82. 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. Uv 5r the uv 5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. Only the uu version, with its extended uhf range up to 520mhz, is different. It is a microminiature multiband fm transceiver with extensive receive frequency coverage, providing localarea twoway amateur communications along with unmatched monitoring capability. I got the one with the 3800 mahr heavy duty battery in camo i keep thinking about rambo just looking at it.
May 21, 2016 features 128 channels dual band 6174mhz vhf frequencies 400520mhz uhf frequencies repeater capable 4w1w transmit power liion battery pack fm radio emergency alarm channel scan skip channel dual watch busy channel lockout call tone ctcss manual input backlit lcd display poweron display message battery meter low battery alert power saver timeout timer vox audible button. Software program memories and other setting of the baofeng uv 5r 3 radio. U cn ooeooeoeec ooeooeeeoc ooeoeeoeoc portable twoway radio ooeooeeeoc ooeoeeeeoc. Manual programming can be done in 5 simple steps, once you have the rx code. Ive read where the uv 5r plus is supposed to be the latest and greatest modelversion from baofeng. Baofeng introduced the uv5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. So far ive seen the uv 5r, uv 5ra, uv 5rb, uv 5rc, uv 5re, and the uv 5r plus.
Nov 21, 2012 its a nice step up from the uv5r but at the same time it retains all of the good points of the uv5r. The baofeng uv 5r is an inexpensive dualband handheld radio, operating on 2m and 70cm. 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 9051 times. The baofeng uv 5r is a great cheap little radio, but its notoriously difficult to use, with poor documentation. The final point to add is that the microphones, speakers, usb cables and antennas are all interchangeable between the uv5r and the uv6r which is great and there is a huge range of accessories available such as antenna adaptors or battery. 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 9051 times. Page 1 baofeng uv5r stepbystep programming guide also applies to uv5ra, uv5x3, uv5rax, gt3, bff8, bff9 noji ratzlaff set the radio to communicate with a repeater at 146.
If the incorrect band is chosen for the frequency entered in step 5, the radio will. The baofeng uv5r is an inexpensive dualband handheld radio, operating on 2m and 70cm. Buy baofeng uv5r plus dualband 6174400480 mhz fm ham twoway radio black. Thought i had posted this previously, but i dont see it, so here it is again, at the risk of redundancy.
The uv3r plus transceiver is low cost microminiature multiband fm transceiver, that offers everything the 3r offered with updated software and features. Bao5r programming software only for the baofeng uv5r ht. 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. Baofeng uv5re the transceiver is a microminiature multiband fm transceiver with extensive receive frequency coverage, providing localarea twoway amateur communications along with unmatched monitoring capability. I would stick it to the hotel window in a vertical orientation and lay back on the bed and work the local repeaters. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with your skin, a minor burn can result. Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. In spite of its popularity this handheld is not perfect, but most people dont mind its all about the balance between price and performance. Since its introduction the uv5r has seen a massive success. Uv5r the uv5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. Oct 27, 2012 the baofeng uv5r is now available in number of flavors.
Condensed setup and operating instructions that simplify radio setup and programming. Baofeng uv5re dual band vhf uhf radio 409shop,walkie. The uv 5r has a flashlight, an fm broadcast radio, alarm, is easy to program manually, and is supported by chirp. I take it with me when im hiking, camping, or just on a road trip. The uv5r is a dual banddual display radio made to combine extensive functionality with unmatched reliability. Baofeng uv5r plus qualette 5w dual band two way radio walkie talkies imperial. If you liked the uv3r, the uv3r plus is the perfect radio for you.
Simple stepbystep instructions, augmented with hints and explanations. Baofeng uv5r dual band 4w ham radio with earpiece s0f. Turning the radio on and adjusting the volume, selecting the proper channel for communication, and fundamentals of talking on the radio. Sadly it is not very helpful with your firmware version. Baofeng uv5r programming manual pdf download manualslib.
It took overnight to initially charge the larger battery. Ga37 bao, aa size compatible battery case for baofeng uv. Latest version with 19 menu items, smeter and dual display and dual band antenna. The main category is baofeng uv 5r that is about dual band vhf uhf handheld transceiver. It offers extensive receive frequency coverage, providing localarea twoway amateur communications. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. Baofeng uv3r two way radio batteries from batteries plus bulbs. Baofeng uv5r the chinese radio documentation project. Programming your baofeng uv5r radio chirp software. Rt systems bao5r programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the baofeng uv5r radios in many variations click here for more information on the windows version and general details of how the programmers work on either operating system. Here are some tips and resources ive found to help me use them.