Programming baofeng uv82 and possibly others on mac os x 10. Baofeng dm17021703 programming software firmware upgrade. Original baofeng usb programming cable with software cd for uv5r series, bf888s and more. The really gnarly problem that usually surfaces is getting the programming cable to work. Chirp ham radio programming software basic step by step the easy way. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp software or keypad.
Uv6 uv7 series lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. This will require the use of plugging the radio to your computer with a programming cable. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham. How to program a baofeng ham radio with chirp thesmokinape duration. Baofeng programming software freeware rapid sequencer programming software v. I found a working download link eventually but thought i would post a new link online so others can find it easily. I did download the newest version of chirp yesterday. An exception is the uv5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Its used for programming a wide range of amateur radios of different makes and models, and in multiple formats and data sources. The first day it became publically available i downloaded the mac os programmer for my icom id51a to my macbook pro after loading the.
I also purchased a baofeng usb programming cable which also works with. Programming baofeng uv9r through communication cable. Works with the uv82, uv82c, uv82l, uv82hp, uv82x and the uv82x3 triband radio. Setup tips for using the chirp software with a macbook pro laptop. Usb programming cable baofeng uv5r uv3r two way radio. Programming cable for baofeng bft1 only, with 1 connector. Help with baofeng 888s using chirp software on mac. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares. 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 above. Chirp programming tutorial with the baofeng uv5r uv5r. These cables are not all the same, so the computer needs a software driver so it can recognize the. Rt systems releases macos programming software for baofeng, uv5r, yaesu ft60 icom id51, id51a, id51ae, id51plus, id51plus2 machamradio macos, os x, radio programming, rt systems comments. Cables with ftdi chipsets are compatible with all windows drivers.
Diy baofengkenwood programming cable and chirp install on. New mac os x must install the runtime once before running chirp. 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. The bao82 software allows you to program memory channels and menu settings of the radio. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. Mac ham radio devoted to amateur radio operators using apple macos and ios.
The amcrest ftdi usb programming cable has a 100% genuine and authentic ftdi chipset. You just need to know where to find these options and how to install them properly. Baofeng programming software fengbao allformat video player for mac v. Click here for more information available for windows or mac os. I also purchased a baofeng usb programming cable which also works with wuoxon. 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 purchased a few baofeng uv82 radios to play around with.
Vip software is designed for windows operating systems. Locate the chirp programming software for your operating system. This chipset is designed to work with all the latest major operating systems. Trying to find legit software for programming the baofeng. This official baofeng cable makes it easy to program baofeng bft1 frequencies and memories from a computer. 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 programming software software free download.
One of the early tips i read early on is that programming a baofeng is a. Moreover, when i plugged the cable into my mac, the red and green lights flashed briefly, but didnt stay lit. If you need macspecific help, you are at the right page. Rt systems releases macos programming software for baofeng, uv5r, yaesu ft60 icom id51, id51a, id51ae, id51plus, id51plus2 mac ham radio. Trying to find legit software for programming the baofeng uv5r for the mac. Tried to program my baofeng uv5r radios using this cable with chirp, and the software could not recognize either radio. Program software for baofeng uv5r windows 64 bit vip version. Radioddity download radioddity choose connectivity. What is a software defined radio and why does it matter for radenso theia. Due to prolific usbserial chip clones found in generic usb programming cables, an older driver is required in lieu of the one supplied by windows. Chirp and the baofeng cable worked fine with me on both windows. Amcrest ftdi usb baofeng programing cable for baofeng. Of course you will need a computer windows, mac, or linux and the best free baofeng programming software is chirp which can program the baofeng uv5r as well as many other radios. The bao5r radio programmer is available for either windows os or mac os.
There are several warnings when go to use this software with this radio because of the huge number of different. Operating system selection available when adding to cart. Chirp is free open source software anyone can download. You can execute uv6 uv7 series on windows xpvista7810 32bit.
Easily program a ham radio on a mac or windows youtube. Windows will now load the newest prolific driver 3. Rt systems releases macos programming software for baofeng. How to program the baofeng uv5r or bff8hp in chirp for repeater and. Software will not work with the btech uv5x3, the baofeng uv5r3, uv5x mate uv82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. Just install the software, plug in the rt systems ftdi programming cable, and begin programming your baofeng or pofung uv5r series analog radio. It seemed like a low risk way to get back into the hobby. 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.
Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. Were going to program a baof eng radio with chirp software. Twice the output power 8 watts up from 4 watts output, new hardened durable radio shell, 30% larger battery, v85 high gain antenna twice the antenna. Macbook pro laptop chirp software baofeng uv5ra radio. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp for radio newbies. Connecting the radio to a mac and finding the driver for setup of cable. Since you may be a new ham or a long absent ham, like me, you probably dont know what repeaters are in your local area.
Fortunately, there are other options available, and once properly installed, they are actually quite good. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. Related to the programming method, you can use a simple china ftdi module and chirp software by selecting uv82wp model, until they will update the database with this model. The latest stable build for windows xp, 7, 8, mac and linux can be. About the pin configuration, ask me and i will try to give you the pin allocated configuration gnd, tx, rx. The programming cable for these radios are sold separately. Occurs when trying to save a data file using the factory software. Software installed and works fine for my uv b6 prilific band handheld. Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software. The baofeng uv5r programming software free download can be found on the chirp website. The baofeng uv5r can be programmed both by the keys that are on the radio, and by using software. To purchase a programming cable for your radio, please click here. Diy baofeng kenwood programming cable and chirp install on macosx.
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. Radioddity is the place to go for all your amateur, business and freelicense radio needs. It offers an easy to use interface compatible with windows, mac, and linux pcs. Baofengpofung uv5r series twoway radio programming.
If not, the opening screen may continuously flash on your computer screen searching for the proper com port. 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. I have got myself an uv5r and i am trying to connect to the radio on a baofeng cable. Locate the correct baofeng prolific programming driver for your operating system.
The usb cable must be plugged in when running software. I would like to share the results of programming my new baofeng uv5rh on my mac running os x yosemite 10. Generally this wil work for any mac os radio and any radio that chirp can be. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp programming software, oem. This programming cable also compatible with a wide variety of portable. Hi, i picked up these radios for cheap on amazon as most people do.
Discussion in amateur radio news started by km9g, may 19, 2020 at 3. This software and cable kit will not program any other baofeng nonuv5r radios. Then your mac will download the memory of the baofeng right into chirp, using what it calls cloning. Of course, you can try to manually update the driver at prolific site. This software is used for uv82, misuta 82 plus download. Baofeng programming software freeware free download. I noticed that it was very difficult to find a working link to download this software since everybody else was linking to the file hosted on which they had removed. Baofeng cable numerous attempts and a little frustration, i came here and read these instructions. It appears that many of the cheap baofeng usb programming cables use a clone of the prolific pl2303 chip that is not supported by the latest windows driver. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. After it is installed, the runtime does not need to be downloaded or installed each time. Chirp ham radio programming software basic step by.
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