Manually programming the baofeng uv 3r transceiver this document provides more detailed instructions concerning manual programming of your baofeng uv 3r vhfuhf handheld ham radio transceiver. It was suggested to me that maybe ive got the commercial chipset and not the amateur chipset, so if that were true then i should try factory software. Baofeng programming cable usb 2pin for uv5r5ra5re uv3r. The baofeng uv3r is a very economical dual band uhfvhf amateur radio thats also ultra compact.
The uv3r is a dual band uhfvhf 2w micro transceiver manufactured by vero global telecom and sold by baofeng. Software works only with the rt systems usb32 cable. I used bitzipper to open the rar file this software is claimed to be for the uv 3r mkii with the dual frequency display but it works with my mki as well. If you are not very excited about the small size, i think there are better choices.
Next were two adjacent repeaters both 27 miles away. The uv5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. Sep 02, 2011 while the baofeng brand is the most popular, the radio is also sold as the comtex uv 3r, the magiksu uv 3r, and the zastone ztuv3r. Oct 12, 2011 also a word of caution if using the programming cable. Download the newest software version and try re programming your uv 3r. Were going to program a baofeng radio with chirp software. The uvx4 is the same as the uv3r mark ii except for the shape of the buttons. Following the success of the wouxun radios, we have a new chinese handheld transceiver that has many hams excited the baofeng uv3r.
Baofeng x radioddity uv5rx3 triband walkie talkie 6. With 99 channels and up to 10 hours of battery life, the uv 3r is an obvious choice for ham radio operators who need an extremely light and compact radio for mobility at an extremely low cost. You can find all of this information in the little instruction booklet that accompanies this radio, but that text may not be very clear. Whats baofeng uv5rx3 the best ht is the one that balances cost, functionality, and reliability.
Ive read where the uv 5r plus is supposed to be the latest and greatest modelversion from baofeng. Jan 10, 2015 the baofeng uv 3r dual band radio with fm transceiver, mini size latest version with 18 menu items, smeter and dual display and dual band antenna. Wouxun kguv6dv2 kg uv 6dv2 kguv6dv2 service manual and specs baofeng uv3r uv 3 r uv3r service manual and specs baofeng uv5r uv 5 r uv5r service manual and specs baofeng uv5ra uv 5 ra uv5ra service manual and specs other hf and more transceivers. Baofeng genuine usb programming cable, without cd software and drivers can also be download below. This programming cable allows a wide variety of portable handheld radios to be connected to a computer via usb for programming purposes. So far ive seen the uv 5r, uv 5ra, uv 5rb, uv 5rc, uv 5re, and the uv 5r plus. If you liked the uv 3r, the uv 3r plus is the perfect radio for you. A solution from john wb1gcq follows, posted on the uv3r mailing list and reproduced here with his authorization. This happens when a uv3r mark ii is programmed with an old version of the programming software.
If you found this video useful, i recommend you visit the icq podcast, at. Baofeng x radioddity uv5rx3 triband walkie talkie 6173. Rpsuv3r software program memories and other settings of the tyt thuv3r radio. Incidentally, the battery icon on the uv3r is much better than on the wouxun, which displays full bars almost all the time, and then goes from three bars to two to one and to zero in quick succession when the battery is almost dead.
Page 16 programming cable troubles the official uv3r usb programming cable seems to use the prolific pl2303 chip. A first look at the new baofeng uv3r plus and a comparison to the mark 1 and mark 2 models. Introduction while i was searching around for information for the uv5r hacking i have previously done, i came across some schematics for the uv3r. This usb cable is an genuine brand new baofeng be aware of cable counterfeits that does not work.
On the uv3r, the indicator is quite reliable and useful. The most obvious difference between these and the uv3r marki is a dualfrequency display and. In comparison with the baofeng uv 3r this radio is more polished with a number of added features. Since its introduction the uv5r has seen a massive success. Baofeng also sells the uv 100 and uv 200 models that share common internals with the uv 3r, but have some cosmetic differences. Mar 12, 2012 a first look at the new baofeng uv 3r plus and a comparison to the mark 1 and mark 2 models. So far ive seen the uv5r, uv5ra, uv5rb, uv5rc, uv5re, and the uv5r plus. Also a word of caution if using the programming cable. With 99 channels and up to 10 hours of battery life, the uv3r is an obvious choice for ham radio operators who need an extremely light and. The main category is baofeng uv3r uv200 uv100 that is about baofeng uv3r uv200 series. Uv3r is a micro miniature multiband fm transceiver with extensive receive frequency coverage, providing localarea 2way amateur communications along with unmatched monitoring capability.
Cheatsheet for manual programming single display radio owners manual 18 menu version 4 mb pdf file. Ive read where the uv5r plus is supposed to be the latest and greatest modelversion from baofeng. The baofeng uv3r dual band radio with fm transceiver, mini size latest version with 18 menu items, smeter and dual display and dual band antenna. Baofeng uv 5r bf888s radios programing cable program software cd usb 2 pins. This link is listed in our web site directory since monday nov 14 2011, and till today programming the baofeng uv3r has been followed for a total of 2176 times. Rt systems rpsuv3r programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the tyt thuv3r. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp software or keypad. Manually programming the baofeng uv3r transceiver this document provides more detailed instructions concerning manual programming of your baofeng uv3r vhfuhf handheld ham radio transceiver. Download the newest software version and try reprogramming your uv3r. The rpsuv3r software allows you to program memory channels and menu settings of the tyt thuv3r radio. This happens when a uv 3r mark ii is programmed with an old version of the programming software. While the baofeng brand is the most popular, the radio is also sold as the comtex uv. And, as usual, julian is ahead of the curve with his post about the.
The uv3r plus transceiver is low cost microminiature multiband fm transceiver, that offers everything the 3r offered with updated software and features. A solution from john wb1gcq follows, posted on the uv 3r mailing list and reproduced here with his authorization. From a first glance it looked like the cpu could be flashed. I find that i use my uv 5r more than either the tyt or the baofeng uv 3r. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. Given that these are all determined by the users requirements, radioddity has been listening to customers voices and finally came out this uv5rx3 with baofeng. The problem with this usbtoserial bridge component is that there is a lot of confusion around the software drivers required for the microsoft operating systems. Baofeng introduced the uv5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. Windows version requires microsoft windows 7, windows 88.
Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. Wouxun software download baofeng software download. To make wine see the programming cable which appears as a standard usb serial port, see aa firmware update. It allows to easily program the frequency and memory channel of baofeng uv3r. A new version of the programming software has been released, so make. Yup, the software just creates an eeprom image then passes it strait to the uc which in turn just dumps it on the eeprom. Also, on you can find speaker mics for these models that are unavailable. Click here for manual keypad programming for the uv5r. Uv 3r is a micro miniature multiband fm transceiver with extensive receive frequency coverage, providing localarea 2way amateur communications along with unmatched monitoring capability.
About programming the baofeng uv3r the resource is currently listed in in a single category. The baofeng handheld radios are inexpensive but cover many frequencies, making them the swiss army knives of the budget ham radio community. To the best of our knowledge, this software is correct. In comparison with the baofeng uv3r this radio is more polished with a number of added features. The uv3r mark ii is a second release of r that appeared at the beginning of september 2011. The software is not made by pa2old, pa2old is not responsible for any damage to your equipment. A new programming software has been released for the baofeng uv3r. Chirp is free open source software anyone can download.
I dont commute any longer and just dont spend that much time in the car so my thoughts turned to the idea of grabbing a cheap ht to throw in the glove box. Baofeng uv5r bf888s radios programing cable program software cd usb 2 pins. Genuine baofeng usb programming cable for uv3r 1 pin. Download the newest software version and try re programming your uv3r. Across the board of models available, one thing thats consistent is that you should buy and use the programming cable for this radio. Id previously programmed my favorite repeaters with chirp and all of the parameters got saved. Sep 18, 2011 a new programming software has been released for the baofeng uv 3r.
Baofeng introduced the uv 5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. The uv 3r plus transceiver is low cost microminiature multiband fm transceiver, that offers everything the 3r offered with updated software and features. If you liked the uv3r, the uv3r plus is the perfect radio for you. Programming cable for baofeng uv3r only, not suitable for uv5r or uv82. Since its introduction the uv 5r has seen a massive success. To get 144146 mhz vhf and 432438 mhz uhf which are the allowed frequency limits in finland, use a data line of 4014601420438043 in the. With the release of the new baofeng uv3r mark ii, the original software has also been updated. Direct coupling of uv3r to android it took me a while to get my uv3r and uv5r to work with my android samsung galaxy tablet and phone because there is a 23 vdc bias on the baofeng microphone and speaker inputs. In fact, in the schematics it looked like they even left the programming pads on the pcb. We dont do too much 220, but its nice to have the capability. There seems to be no easy way to switch it into english. This memory map is pulled strait from the uv3r programming software. A quick guide to get you up and running with the uv3r radio.
The remarkable uv3r mkii transceivers have 3 main i. We will not be responsible for damage caused by improper loading or use of radio outside its factory specified limits. While the baofeng brand is the most popular, the radio is also sold as the comtex uv3r, the magiksu uv3r, and the zastone ztuv3r. They use the fuji type np60 or kodak klic5000 or casio np30 mobile phone battery so you do not have to buy any special spare batteries some of the newer models. With that, i purchased a jetstream jth2 triband antenna and it works really good.
Sure, it doesnt have the solid feel of a larger handheld, such as a yaesu, but its made of a tough plastic and looks like it will take a few knocks. There is a document floating about that details the uv3r eeprom memory map. Sep 29, 2011 a quick guide to get you up and running with the uv 3r radio. It adds the ability to update the fm broadcast memories via the software. I used bitzipper to open the rar file this software is claimed to be for the uv3r mkii with the dual frequency display but it works with my mki as well. The baofeng uv 3r is a very economical dual band uhfvhf amateur radio thats also ultra compact. The uv 5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen.