Simple guide for manually programming the bff8hp radio. The bff8hp is a dual band handheld radio that improves on the uv5r with more transmit power based on a new generation chipset. However, the developers of chirp ensured the baofeng bf f8hp is one of the radios supported in the latest daily build. For using the chirp command line see the chirpc guide. Beyond the 3 power levels 1, 4, 8 watts it also includes a new 2000mah battery, an indepth user guide, concierge support, and the high gain v85 antenna. 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. Development of chirp is an allvolunteer effort and is offered as opensource software, free of charge. Baofeng is a market leader in its segment and the baofeng uv5r is. The bf f8hp is the most powerful baofeng capable of transmitting 8 watts. The handheld radio baofeng bf f8hp is a dual band walkie talkie style radio is actuallythe natural evolution of the baofeng uv5r series. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software.
Discover the baofeng bff8hp, highpower, dual band vhfuhf, twoway radio. If you like chirp, please consider contributing a small donation to help support the costs of development and hardware. The first major difference is that it has two times the output. Baofeng usb programming cable for baofeng uv5r,bff8hp, bf888s,uv82hp,gt3 handheld ham radio transceiver ham two way radio with driver cd. Click go to radio on the menu bar and choose download from radio. Easily program a baofeng radio with chirp to store all the channels you need. Its used for programming a wide range of amateur radios of different makes and models, and in multiple formats and data sources. A pc03 ftdi programming cable is recommended for easier pc programming the bff8hp is the third and final generation of the uv5r. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. The bff8hp is the most powerful baofeng capable of transmitting 8 watts. Baofeng bf f8hp is the natural evolution of the baofeng uv5r. Our baofeng radio software includes the most uptodate features and we have programs for updating each baofeng radio model. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats.
Programming manually a baofeng radio, especially the model uv5r is possible using the own keypad of the radio. Baofeng is wellknown in the world of ham radio communication, as they offer high quality, well built devices that are easy to use and durable. Nov 14, 2014 there are two bf f8hp programming softwares available. Rf gear 2 go rt systems twoway radio programming software. How to program the baofeng uv5r or bff8hp in chirp for. Baofeng bff8hp vip programming software baofeng uv82 and uv82x series. Has anyone had any luck with configuring rx only channels in a baofeng bff8hp with or without chirp.
Baofeng tech is the only authorized usa baofeng distributor to honor the manufacturer warranty. A pair 2 pcs baofeng ct9frs family frequency service frs radio, ic certified. Jul 04, 2019 the original software is easy to follow. Baofeng bf f8 and uv5r series programming software. Uv82hp vip programming software baofeng bff8hp vip programming software. Open the chirp software, click on radio then choose download from radio. With an aftermarket or external antenna and the expanded battery, it becomes a longer distance radio lasting for days. How to program the baofeng uv5r or bff8hp in chirp for repeater and scanner use ham radio crash course. The bf f8hp is the upgraded model of their uv5r, so it has even more capabilities and is even more versatile. Youll need to be able to communicate with loved ones and get information during a crisis, but cell phone reception could be too unreliable. Ftdi genuine usb programming cable for btech, baofeng, kenwood, and anytone radio.
We recommend the original baofeng uv5r baofeng uv5r dual band two way radio black baofeng bff8hp 8watt dual band twoway radio baofeng uv5ra ham two way radio authentic ftdi usb programming cable for kenwood, baofeng, and anytone chirp programming software. After doing some research, the beginner radio i landed on was the beofeng bff8hp. If you like chirp, please consider contributing a small donation to. To verify the connection, run the chirp programming software. Select the top frequency slot a with the ab button. This software has been made available as a courtesy to our readers.
Programming on the fly buddys hints for eyes free operation scanning for. Program the baofeng bff8hp chirp software baofeng f. Can a baofeng bff8hp pick up police scanner frequencies. Programming software accessories baofeng bff8hp front of radio. Large numbers of nonhams are using it in the gmrs service at higher power levels than allowed. Baofeng bf f8hp will have all the features of the successfull uv5r with more transmit power. You must insure that baofeng tech is your selected buying option when buying to be able to have the full usa warranty.
The baof8 software helps you program memory channels and menu settings of the baofeng bf f8 radio. The baof8 software helps you program memory channels and menu settings of the baofeng bff8 radio. The bff8hp is the upgraded model of their uv5r, so it has even more capabilities and is even more versatile. For better results, it is advisable that you buy an original baofeng programming cable and not some cheap knockoff. Find the top baofeng handheld ham radios with the msn buying guides compare products and brands by quality, popularity and pricing updated april 2020. Vip software is designed for windows operating systems.
Baofeng programming with chirp uv5r and bff8hp youtube. Were going to program a baofeng radio with chirp software. How to manually program the baofeng uv5r from the keypad. How to manually program memory channels into baofeng bowoh. Can anyone give me their realworld opinion on whether this is good first radio for a begginer me. 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. A pc03 ftdi programming cable is recommended for easier pc programming the bf f8hp is the third and final generation of the uv5r. Baofeng handheld two way radios are well known among amateur radio operators everywhere. May 22, 2017 the bf f8hp includes a different antenna model av85 from the rest of the baofeng series, which we believe this same antenna is typically included with their higher end commercial models. If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. Baofeng uv5r manual programming is not difficult, but it requires some practice.
A ham radio offers a reliable alternative method of communication. Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software. Bff8 radio software the baof8 software helps you program memory channels and menu settings of the baofeng bff8 radio. The program should download the frequencies from the radio. Gain access to the settings of baofeng bf f8hp portable radio devices. Lets program a baofeng uv5r radio with chirp software to get the job done. Programming tutorial for the baofeng uv5r or bff8hp using chirp software. Jun 01, 2017 i recently got licenced as a ham radio operator. Typically each series or individual radio requires its own software package. Of course, chirp is a great solution, provided you have a computer. Chirp is free open source software anyone can download. In this baofeng bff8hp programming tutorial we will be using chirp software to program ham radio.
How to manually program memory channels into baofeng bowohfung ht radios uv5r uv6r bff8 gt3 and all variants of the uv5r including the bff8hp, uv5x3 and uv82 series these instructions begin with the website content then my two cents on the subject. Programming your baofeng uv5r radio chirp software. Great article, but i recently purchased a new baofeng bff8hp radio, and an. 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. It offers an easy to use interface compatible with windows, mac, and linux pcs. Describe your experience with the baofengpofung bff8hp and tell us why you give it the rating you did required. Were going to program a baof eng radio with chirp software. The bf f8hp is a dual band handheld radio that improves on the uv5r with more transmit power based on a new generation chipset. 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.
Baofeng radios us official distributor of baofeng products. Only baofeng tech offers warranty claims without shipping anything to china. Nothing really complex, but you have to put some effort to program the baofeng uv5r. To the best of our knowledge, this software is correct. As an amazon associate, i earn from qualifying purchases. How to manually program memory channels into baofeng. I have seen a few suggestions for other baofeng radios e.
Baofeng ip67 waterproof walkie talkie two way radio ham walkie talkie uv9r. Electronics free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Baofeng usb programming cable for baofeng uv5r, bf f8hp, bf 888s,uv82hp,gt3 handheld ham radio transceiver ham two way radio with driver cd. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp. The programming software is called chirp, and it is freely available online. Gain access to the settings of baofeng bff8hp portable radio devices. A 150450 model can not be made to operate on 150220.
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