I just got this new 2m70cm handheld, my first ham rig. I have a pofung bf f8hp and it works fine,but for some reason mine only puts out 6 watts max other than that its a good rig, maybe the watt meter im using isnt that accurate. You can then either edit what you have and then upload it back to the radio, or start from scratch. If you want to start from scratch, you may want to see what query data sources are available first. Baofeng programming with chirp uv5r and bff8hp youtube. Chirp is available for windows, mac os and linux, so regardless of your operating system, you are covered. The common filenames for the programs installer are chirp. Can anyone give me their realworld opinion on whether this is good first radio for a begginer me. View attachment 98271 i have it programmed into chirp.
Im trying to program my boafeng bff8hp with the chirp software, but as i have to do, download. The bf f8hp is a dual band handheld radio that improves on the uv5r with more transmit power based on a new generation chipset along with new concierge service. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. 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. This program is an intellectual property of plum canary corporation. How to fix a baofeng uv5r that stops receiving after chirp file is uploaded this entry was posted on october 1, 2014 by rick. I neglected to order the computer connection cable with the radio its on the way, and ive already installed the chirp software on my linux desktop computer. You can program your bff8hp exactly how you want it. You probably have a counterfeit chip in your cable which wont work with the windows 10 driver. Bf f8 radio software the baof8 software helps you program memory channels and menu settings of the baofeng bf f8 radio. If you have a uv5rf8hp series radio with n5r20 or n5r30 firmware and experience. Open the chirp software, click on radio then choose download from radio.
However, the developers of chirp ensured the baofeng bff8hp is one of the radios supported in the latest daily build. Has anyone had any luck with configuring rx only channels in a baofeng bff8hp with or without chirp. We dont put experimental things into chirp before they are ready, except where. Programming tutorial for the baofeng uv5r or bff8hp using chirp software. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp software or keypad. Baofeng bff8hp free knowledge base the duck project. May 22, 2017 luckily chirp has a recent update that allows you to adjust the squelch levels for most uv5r based radios, including the bf f8hp. The baofeng uv5r is an extremely versatile and inexpensive dual band handheld radio, which makes it one of the most popular and.
That starts with the new indepth manual that guides you through the capabilities and customization of the bff8hp. Similar choice uv winlab software free download uv. I downloaded chirp and was able to input the frequencies i want on my ht. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. Easily program a baofeng radio with chirp to store all the channels you need quickly and easily. Chirp and vip chirp is our preferred recommended programming software a programming cable available here and programming software are optional as the radio can be programmed manually to create a programming file that is compatible with the bf f8hp download from your radio first. Bff8 radio software the baof8 software helps you program memory channels and menu settings of the baofeng bff8 radio. With your radio turned off, connect your radio to your computer using the baofeng uv5r. In this baofeng bff8hp programming tutorial we will be using chirp software to program ham radio. Baofeng bff8hp uv5r 3rd gen 8watt dual band twoway radio first of all, the sma connector is likely opposite of what you would expect.
For example, i have a baofeng gt3tp, but it is not on the list, so i have to select the bff8hp model. After this update and adjusting the squelch levels, intermod is almost completely gone. Thus, chirp is versioned by the date on which it was created, which makes it easy to determine if you have an older build. I have a baofeng bff8hp with a nagoya na701 antenna, and im using the latest version of chirp daily20190205 to program it. If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. I have tried to search for it on the kc9hi chirp recovery site but i could not located it. Baofeng bff8hp uv5r 3rd gen 8watt dual band twoway. Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software.
I recommend chirp, to program your baofeng, so this post will refer to that software. The ht is easy to program from the front or using software. To verify the connection, run the chirp programming software. Hi, i was wondering if anyone has a chirp factory image file for a baofeng bff8hp. Is there a free programming software for this radio i. I have seen a few suggestions for other baofeng radios e. From gmrs repeater directory i have the following info for a repeater i should be able to hit. Baofeng bff8hp is a radio with one builtin receiver but can watch two channels semi duplex. Baofeng bff8hp is a dual watch radio at a reasonable price. Youll need to be able to communicate with loved ones and get information during a crisis, but cell phone reception could be too unreliable. Chirp is distributed as a series of automaticallygenerated builds.
Return to chirp and click the radio menu and choose download from radio 6. Monitor two different frequencies on different bands. Baofeng pofung uv5r, f8hp series erratic behavior and recovery by jim kc9hi note. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and. Using baofeng pofung uv5r as a radio scanner with chirp memories tab. Any time we make a change to chirp, a build is created for it the next day. Select the top frequency slot a with the ab button. Oct 11, 2019 amateur radio, chirp software, driver issue, driver issue. Programming the ht through the menu is strange, but doable. Loc yep, its the memory location ranging from 0 to 127 frequency you guessed it right, its the frequency 9 digits. Never crossload between different firmware versions either.
Programming the unitsoftware before you start using the device, youd have to download the chirp software by connecting it to a computer. Odds are if you go back to device manager youll find an exclamation mark on your port. I recommend using chirp if programming from a pc as chirp is much better than the supplied chinese programming software. My problem is on the chirp table column after the frequency, i have inputted the abreviated name of that repeater and when i upload it to the radio, it clones with no problem. Nov 14, 2014 there are two bf f8hp programming softwares available. Baofeng bf f8hp f8hp 8w miklor outdoors hunting camping shtf gmrs radio communications antenna battery electronics scanners digital computer software hardware laptop ipad iphone ebay music radio. The bff8hp is the third and final generation of the uv5r. Using baofeng uv5r as a radio scanner with chirp one.
Meantime, in case i need to transmit or theres a delivery delay for the cable, how do i set up the tone for the local repeaters. I use chirp software to program bff8hp, uv5x3 and the vx6r, all 3 program via software without issue. I purchased the baofeng bf f8hp and the proper programming cable. Click go to radio on the menu bar and choose download from radio. I have a baofeng bf f8hp with a nagoya na701 antenna, and im using the latest version of chirp daily20190205 to program it. Vip software is designed for windows operating systems. Program the baofeng bff8hp chirp software baofeng ff8hp programming tutorial duration.
Baofeng bff8hp vip programming software baofeng uv82 and uv82x series. The radio has 3 power levels 8 watt maximum, allowing you to choose how far you can communicate. Choose the com port number for the usb cable, the vendor baofeng and the model of the radio such as the uv5r from the drop down lists in the popup box. I did not notice any settings in chirp for this, but i was more focused on setting up my. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. The new baofeng bff8hp looks very similar to the uv5r, but is a genuinely different and improved model. I purchased the baofeng bff8hp and the proper programming cable.
When the radio box opens select the com port your radio is connected to. 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. All the settings of the radio including tones, that annoying voice announcement, colors, repeater frequencies and even the opening message can be set and saved in the programmer. The bff8hp is a dual band handheld radio that improves on the uv5r with more transmit power based on a new generation chipset along with new concierge service. The new chipset rda1846s and rda5802n provides reduced agc switching noise and a lowif digital audio processor for improved sound quality. Before you can program your radio with chirp, youll need the baofeng usb programming cable. Select aofeng as the vendor and uv5r or bff8hp as the model.
Receiver is muted or programmed with chirp and radio stopped working, go to n5r issues and cures erratic behavior due to. The radio is extremely easy to program with chirp software. On top of that the bff8hp also includes exclusive concierge customer help and warranty support. This concierge service is only available on select baofeng models such as the bff8hp, uv82hp, and uv5x3. I use chirp software to program bf f8hp, uv5x3 and the vx6r, all 3 program via software without issue. I did not notice any settings in chirp for this, but i was more focused on setting up my presets. How to program the baofeng uv5r or bff8hp in chirp for.
The custom name that you can give this channel, it will be visible in the lcd display when set. Baofeng bf f8 and uv5r series programming software. Baofeng bff8hp f8hp 8w miklor outdoors hunting camping shtf gmrs radio communications antenna battery electronics scanners digital computer software hardware laptop ipad. How to fix a baofeng uv5r that stops receiving after. Chirp software has many features, some of which are not available using the baofeng factory software, such as. You can give channels alphanumeric names, using a computer. Page 1 consult the dealer or an experienced radiotv technician for help bff8hp changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. Most people looking for baofeng uv 6 software downloaded. The most popular versions among the software users are 2. Turn on your radio and wait for radio activity to stop if any this may take several seconds. The program should download the frequencies from the radio.
For several years, the smallsized and even smaller priced baofeng uv5r has been the most popular budget ht walkietalkie radio transceiver. If you have multiple radios, or want to use your current files to update a friends radio, the ldb will prevent cross loading. Nov, 2019 hi, i was wondering if anyone has a chirp factory image file for a baofeng bf f8hp. My problem is on the chirp table column after the frequency, i have inputted the abreviated name of that repeater and when i. This is the only cable i recommend you buy for programming any baofeng radios. Jul 04, 2019 programming the unitsoftware before you start using the device, youd have to download the chirp software by connecting it to a computer. Beyond the 3 power levels 1, 4, 8 watt it also includes. Programming the baofeng bf f8hp radio using chirp youtube. You can add or remove channels from scanning list using the free computer software. It has four tiny feet that are inset so that there is reduced stability. Uses the familiar rx frequency and offset for repeaters. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. 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. For example, i have a baofeng gt3tp, but it is not on the list, so i have to select the bf f8hp model.
It is constantly falling over when the table is bumped. Programming your baofeng uv5r radio chirp software. A ham radio offers a reliable alternative method of communication. It is now the recommended choice for those using chirp on macos.
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