I downloaded the most recent chirp build bu i cannot get it to recognize my radio. It has four tiny feet that are inset so that there is reduced stability. Operation deglitz, it was just a bit to shinyblingy for my taste. I really need to program my radio for the local repeaters. To start, the computer should be on and the radio should be off.
The awesome thing about this radio and most like it by baofeng is you can upgrade everything from software, battery, antenna. The software is installed the usb recognizes the device, right clicking on the device shows port 7. The bf f8 is the latest high power model from baofeng that i know of. Baofeng bf f8hp uv5r 3rd gen 8watt dual band twoway radio first of all, the sma connector is likely opposite of what you would expect. Fixing poor squelch levels on baofeng radios ham radio. Dec 12, 2017 how to program the baofeng bf f8hp radio. It uses the latest in technology and gives you a highly powerful radio for an incredibly small price. It is constantly falling over when the table is bumped. Wondering which software does work for this radio thanks peter k2xm. I recently got my gmrs license and am studying to get my ham license. The frequency range on it even does well with music audio.
With no prior experience with radios or software of this type, i had my channels all programmed within 12 an hour using chirp. The programming cable for these radios are sold separately. Uses the familiar rx frequency and offset for repeaters. You can unlockunrestrict these frequencies using the chirp software. You can program it, however, through the bf f8 model. Discussion in survival communications started by salted weapon, mar 30, 2015. The radio is extremely easy to program with chirp software. This will require the use of plugging the radio to your computer with a. Please do not make requests for copies of radio programming software which is sold or was sold by the manufacturer for any monetary value. Its free software you can download from the net and which makes programming this unit a. Bf f9 and the legendary uv5r are a common staple in the modern ham shack, and with good reason.
If you use chirp software to program it, use the f8hp setting. I recommend using chirp if programming from a pc as chirp is much better than the supplied chinese programming software. Locate the chirp programming software for your operating system. This includes unsurpassed transmission power of 8 watts, as the most impressive baofeng ever made to date. The baofeng software is a pain an the chirp is far away better and quite intuitive at the usage. To find the actual firmware release, you need to run the latest chirp daily build. With its 128 channel capacity and up to 12 hours of battery life, the bf f9 is a great option for ham radio operators who need mobility on a budget. The awesome thing about this radio and most like it by baofeng is you can upgrade everything from software, battery, antenna, cases lots of stuff. So i am new to the gmrs and ham world of communications. 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.
How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. In addition, the product is covered by a 1 year manufacturers warranty which will be honored by us through our office in houston, tx. Baofeng bff8hp free knowledge base the duck project. Ironically, there is nothing in the 200260 range besides some satellite downlinks, hardly anything on legal ham bands either, nor 380s. Vip software is designed for windows operating systems. Download chirp that is a free software to programm your baofeng uv 5r plus and use this software. The baofeng bf f9 is an economicaland compact dual band uhfvhf amateur radio with a black lcd display. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. The chargers seem to be the weak point of the baofeng. All returns are subject to a 10% restocking fee and buyer pays return shipping. Rt systems baof9 programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the baofengpofung bff9 ht. The chirp program does not specifically support this model. Baofeng bff8hp vip programming software baofeng uv82 and uv82x series baofeng. Finally got mine programmed today and that worked fine.
It offers an easy to use interface compatible with windows, mac, and linux pcs. The ht is easy to program from the front or using software. We guarantee that your product will be 100% functional or we will issue you an immediate replacement. Dec 21, 2015 the chirp program does not specifically support this model. I typically program my local repeaters to the low channels 1,2,3, etc then add.
Read the current configuration from the radio for editing or start from scratch in a new file. In chirp you should select the bff8hp as this will allow you to select from the 3. Program the baofeng bff8hp chirp software baofeng ff8hp. Click here for more information spreadsheet layout with many point and click options. Press the up and down arrow key to select reset menu item 40.
Hello, i recently purchased a new baofeng bff9 v2 with 3 power levels. Am i doing something wrong or do i have to wait for a newer chirp build that wouls recognize my baofeng bff9 v2. I personally have the f8hp, and highly recommend it over. Hello, i recently purchased a new baofeng bf f9 v2 with 3 power levels. Overview of the microphone modification that i made. It is now the recommended choice for those using chirp on macos. Ive downloaded chirp and watched several videos about programming the radio, so i think ive got that down pat.
Chirp can download the frequencies but cant upload the any changes made. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp software or keypad. I had several high gain dual band antennas from my previous hts, and the connector on the baofeng is the opposite gender. To anyone looking to acquire commercial radio programming software. I got the baofeng bff9 v2 a feww weeks ago and downloaded the chirp version for my computer. Radioddity is the place to go for all your amateur, business and freelicense radio needs. Green led stays on after radio is reprogrammed to working frequencies and back again to stock. Fixing poor squelch levels on baofeng radios ham radio blog.
Models such as the uv3r, uvb6, bff9 and the legendary uv5r are a. Lets program a baofeng uv5r radio with chirp software to get the job done. Discussion in survival communications started by salted weapon, mar 24, 2015. It is the higher of the two for a complete chirp guide, go to chirp software procedure 1 attach radio via usb cable. Its used for programming a wide range of amateur radios of different makes and models, and in multiple formats and data sources. The new antenna, however, is one of the better if not the best short smafemale antennas. Jun 16, 2015 to anyone looking to acquire commercial radio programming software. First of all, the sma connector is likely opposite of what you would expect. Is there a free programming software for this radio i. If you choose to use the baofeng software, then you should select the uv5r. It can be programmed by the baofeng software or with the open source chirp software usable in both. Chirp software has many features, some of which are not available using the baofeng factory software, such as. Any issues with signup please use contact us button at bottom of any page. Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software.
Program the baofeng bff8hp chirp software baofeng f. Reprogramming only works with the 888s pc software. Any daily build from october 2014 on should be fine. Already, we are seeing a confusing diversity of model numbers surrounding this new radio type, as well. The new baofeng bff8hp a worthy successor to the uv5r. Operating this radio on one of the following restricted frequencies without a license or authorization by the fcc can result in a variety of. The original now called the macos legacy application build is still available, but can only be run on macos versions prior to catalina that still support 32bit applications.
Were going to program a baofeng radio with chirp software. Am i doing something wrong or do i have to wait for a newer chirp build that wouls recognize my baofeng bf f9 v2. Baofeng bf f8hp uv5r 3rd gen 8watt dual band twoway radio. They work, but last night i set up the f9 to charge and the light did not turn green. Baof9 programming kit for the baofengpofung bff9 ht.
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