Questions tagged [baofeng]
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did static fry my uv5r?
I was hit with a big arc of static from a metal door frame.
I was a little over a foot away. It stung pretty good, then my coworker told me I was transmitting.
My baofeng uv5r will not stop ...
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What are the official Baofeng websites in the USA?
Which Baofeng website(s) in the USA is (are) official (that is, selling genuine Baofeng radios, programming cables, and accessories)?
Which "Baofeng" websites are NOT, allegedly selling counterfeit ...
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Is there an 8-Watt “Upgraded” Baofeng UV-82?
I recently purchased a Baofeng UV-82 from a seller that advertised it as an "...Upgrade 8W". There are a fair number of these on Ali Express.
Assuming it was a UV-82HP and the seller got the listing ...
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Brand new BaoFeng BF-F8HP — how to save settings in a channel memory?
I just got this new 2m/70cm hand-held, and I'm working through programming the local repeaters into channels. I've been able to set the repeater frequency in VFO mode, then save the settings to ...
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How do I set the “tone” in my new BaoFeng BF-F8HP?
I just got this new 2m/70cm hand-held, my first ham rig. I neglected to order the computer connection cable with the radio (it's on the way, and I've already installed the Chirp software on my Linux ...
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Baofeng DM-1801 DMR: Language switched to Chinese
The screen reset to Chinese characters. How do I get it back to English? I haven’t found any information on this problem.
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Pair of Baofeng BF-888s stopped communicating after reprogramming - what to do
I got 2 Baofeng 888s off Amazon and reprogrammed them to the 16 legal channels (for unlicensed use) in Germany, up from 446.00625 MHz in 12.5 kHz steps.
I used both CHIRP and a software called ZT-V68 ...
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If someone transmits on 151.88 MHz and I listen on 151.18 MHz, how likely would I hear their transmission?
I have a cheap baofeng uv-5r, and I sometimes hear an intermittent transmission which pulses past the squelch threshold with periods of dead space between, roughly 0.75 seconds or less.
My job uses a ...
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How do PTT buttons work?
I'm really new to this, and I was wondering how the whole PTT system works? I have a headset with microphone, and a Baofeng UV-82 radio. I know the radio has its own PTT button, but is there any kind ...
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Can I use the BF-888S programming cable on the UV-5R?
I have a Baofeng UV-5R, but no USB programming cable. I also have a Baofeng BF-888S with a USB cable. Is it safe to use the 888S cable on the UV5R?
I was able to find a cable description on the ...
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How do I have a full signal of noise on a handheld?
I'm new to ham (although I've had a license for a long time) and I'm having issues with receiving on a basic handheld. I have a cheap BaoFeng UV-82HP and I keep getting full signal noise at random ...
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What cable is needed in order to record audio from a Baofeng UV-5x3 on a computer?
I would like to be able to connect my radio to my computer in order to record audio. It seems like this would just be a matter of getting the right cable, but after trying a few cables (listed below), ...
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Using a Baofeng UV-5R V2+ as a Portable Packet Radio
So my idea is I might use a keyboard to enter text. I would use an Arduino to control the ham radio. The problem is that I have no idea on how to use the Arduino to control the radio. Also, what ...
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Baofeng UV 9R Handheld programming
I have a Baofeng UV 9R Handheld that I just recently bought and received in the mail brand new, however as much as I like this handheld device I am maxed out with frustration as far as manual ...
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BF-F8HP: “Radio did not respond” when trying to use CHIRP
I'm trying to program my Boafeng bf-f8hp with the chirp software, but as I have to do, "Download From Radio", after I choose the appropriate maker, product and model, all I get is an error message ...
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DC connector type for Baofeng UV5R base charger
What type is the DC jack on the Baofeng UV5R base charger? I want to buy a splitter so that I can charge multiple radios with the same car/wall charger.
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Bf-f8hp radios and no idea what I'm doing
My brother just bought me and himself a set of bf-f8hp radios for setting up two way communication while we are on long motorcycle trips. Now, this radio seems like overkill and I don't want to meet ...
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Small band-pass filter for HT?
I'd like to add a band-pass filter to my Baofeng UV-82 to make it comply with the spurious emissions requirements. Ideally it would be a rigid device with SMA or BNC connectors that would fit between ...
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Baofeng radio produces hum when plugged into charger
So I am working on a low cost ham radio beacon using my Baofeng UV-5R radio because it is easy to use and portable. I built a simple PTT interface for a Raspberry Pi and wrote some python to transmit ...
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Why does P25 occasionally break through tone squelch on my analog HTs?
When listening to our local repeater, which is now a combined P25/analog machine, every once in a while my squelch opens to a blast of digital noise. I've noticed this problem with at least two ...
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Baofeng GT-3WP Cross Band Operation?
The Baofeng GT-3WP has a feature labeled "Cross band reception / transmission". Does that mean it will function as a Cross-Band Repeater?
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Recommendation for noob
I don't yet have any radio equipment but I find this hobby interesting and would like to learn more. I'm looking for something that isn't too basic and will keep my interest without spending too much. ...
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My Baofeng UV-5RV2+ will receive a signal with rubber duck antenna but not with a new Nagoya
I bought my self a Baofeng UV-5RV2+ as an inexpensive way to introduce myself to the world of ham radio. With all of the stock components everything has been working fine. I wanted to try to increase ...
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How to make a BaoFeng start/end transmission with sound
I recently went on a ride with my local police department. I heard two beeps at the start of their transmission, and a static-ey sound at the end.
I use the BaoFeng UV-5R+, and was wondering if there ...
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Can't get two same BaoFeng radios to work with each other
I just bought a pair of BaoFeng 888s radios and they don't work out of the box. I know they are on the illegal freqs, but I expected them to work.
I got the cable, reprogrammed them to the ...
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UV-5R 4W BFB297 vs UV-5R 8W BFP3-23 (difference 4W vs 8W)
How big difference will it be between UV-5R 4W & newer UV-5R 8W (difference between 4W & 8W), in real life use 1 on 1 HT.
In SAME conditions, how much different distance / range will we get? (...
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Can a Baofeng UV-5R Display Both Name and Frequency Simultaneously?
The Baofeng UV-5R style radios have a 2 line display that can display the Name, Frequency, OR Number of the selected memory location for each of 2 memory locations.
Is it possible to display the Name ...
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baofeng UV-5RA has issues with j-pole
I have a baofeng UV-5RA which doesn't seem to receive properly with my j-pole antenna. my dad's radio (same model, different firmware) receives without a problem, so it's a radio issue. if I go into ...
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dual band j-pole creates connectivity problems when connected all the way
I recently made a "deseret j-pole" dual band antenna for basic 2m and 70cm transmitting and receiving use. I have it on a large metal tube behind my house, connected through a 50 ohm pl-259 cable, and ...
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How to make a PTT button for Baofeng UV-5R
I use the radio for paragliding and the radio is mounted on a "cockpit" in front of me when flying.
When in flight my hands are busy. I can hear the radio fine (don't need an earpiece) and I can ...
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Baofeng BF-888s radios don't talk to Baofeng BF-888s+ radios
I had originally bought a set of BaoFeng BF-888s+ radios that perform very well and perfectly suit my needs.
Needing more, I bought another set, this time buying BaoFeng BF-888s radios.
(Same model ...
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My Baofeng radio won't recieve but transmit does not work when I hold the MONI button [closed]
My radio won't receive. Help? It literally went dead and I still have the rubber duck antenna
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Can a Baofeng UV5R receive airport radio transmissions?
I have tried programming approach frequencies into my baofeng and cannot hear any transmissions. Freq programming was done using a desktop computer connected to the radio to frequency 121.9MHZ. ...
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MURS - Set to broadcast and receive on a specific CTCSS code
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Using a Baofeng UV5RA
Would like to transmit on MURS (e.g., 151.880
MHz) using a CTCSS code for more private discussions
All of the online guides talk about scanning for CTCSS
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On which of these frequencies can I transmit without a license?
I have a Baofeng UV-5RA, and I need to know what frequencies on the "channel mode" (what the lady says when you press the "V/M" button on the radio) don't require a ham license. I am in Philadelphia, ...
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Baofeng uv-5r,uv-82. i need disable or block side key moni(monitor) for don´t listen private cts dts
I need to disable or block the side key moni(monitor) so others can't hear on my private CTS DTS. I use a Baofeng UV-5R and a UV-82. Another team that uses the same repeater, but has different CTS ...
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Is Using PMR446 On A Baofeng GT3-MK3 HAM Radio Legal (If on low power)?
I have a Baofeng GT3-MK3, a great little radio.
Is it OK to use this on the low output setting for general use without a licence, for things like camping/hiking family use etc, if I used the legal ...
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Baofeng radio allowed in Australia?
I am migrating to Australia, and want to find out whether I can carry my Baofeng UV82 HX / HP model there. The model has CE, FCC, ROHS compliance, and a black 'Tick' mark next to these three.
If the ...
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Does the Baofeng UV-5R accept both male and female SMA connectors?
Most antennas for the Baofeng UV-5R have male connectors, but the UV-5R actually has a larger diameter set of threads that look like they'd accept a female connector. Is that true? Is it a female SMA, ...
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Baofeng UV82-HX charger problem
I am having problem charging my Baofeng UV-82HX HT. No sooner do I put up the HT on the charger, it starts showing the error lights - green stable, red flickering.
I bought this off the shelf in Nov ...
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What is the socket for on this Baofeng BL-5L battery?
I have a Baofeng BL-5L battery for my Baofeng UV-5R transceiver, and I notice that it has a socket on the side:
Please, what is this socket for?
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Baofeng not finding CTCSS tone
I have this Baofeng and I want listen to my school radios. The problem is that I want to find the CTCSS tone for the fun of it, but when I scan the tones on the Baofeng it cycles through but does not ...
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Can HDSDR perform the work of Direwolf?
I have a setup in which Direwolf is used in conjunction with a Baofeng radio to basically send data (AFSK). My app connects to the TCP server provided by Direwolf, send him some data which then is ...
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What is the minimum signal strength I need to receive?
Let's say a transmitting station is using a 8W radio with a J pole antenna. The cable connecting the radio to the antenna is RG-58A/U and is 25ft long.
At 144.075MHz, the attenuation of the cable is ...
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How do I connect a GPS receiver to a radio for APRS?
I volunteer with the local search and rescue group as a team medic and a radio operator. The team is new and recently decided to go with the Garmin 64st as our go-to GPS units. Those of us with ...
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Smallest / Thinnest UHF/VHF Mobile Transceiver under $100
I'm looking for the smallest/thinnest UHF or VHF two-way radio under $100. So far I've found:
Baofeng/Pofung UV-5R (current solution)
Baofeng/Pofung BF-888S (102m x 51mm x 11.35mm)
KST K-888 (122mm x ...
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Baofeng UV5RA Unable to Program anything in 400-480 Bands
I'm running Chirp on Linux Mint 17.2 and for some reason when I try to program anything in 400mhz-480mhz range I get the error.
"Error setting memory: Frequency 453.66250 is out of supported range"
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Baofeng low power mod
I have a few baofeng UV5R handhelds sitting around that only transmit, the receiver is damaged.
What I would like to do with these is build a foxhunt transmitter. Sure, I could set it to low power (...
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2-Pin Kenwood to Sound Card (Beofeng UV-82HP & ASUS Xonar Essence STX)
I have a Baofeng UV-82HP that I want to use to TX and RX to a TeamSpeak Server. For this I'm going to use a dedicated computer, for both the client and server that has a sound card (ASUS Xonar Essence ...
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Baofeng UV-5r drivers for win7
I've been fighting to get chirp working with my father's baofeng radios. The only computer that he has access to has Win 7 installed. The manufacturer drivers won't work with win7. I tried using the ...
