Baofeng programming software software free download baofeng. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. Mayor part of bf888s is two way radio chip bk4810 from beken corporation in china 2. Four of the 6 program both the memories and the settings changes with no problem. The bao888 radio programming software is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc.
A lot of these cheap cables have really sketchy as in bad usb to serial chips and dont play well with modern oses like win 10 and osx11. Only worked once with chirp, and that was while in the office with the programming cable plugged in to a usb hub. Icom cs3020, f5010, f5020 cps programming software. Will provide further updates for other modification to the baofeng as soon as the current order arrives for modifications. Baofeng bf888 modification file download has to be open with chirp radio software. Jun, 2017 no programming software equals useless radio. Radio overview led indicator lights red during transmit, green when receiving a signal channel switch rotate to select a channel. Transceiver stops scanning when a signal is detected and continues when signal is gone.
The baofeng support homepage is your starting point for help with baofeng products, featuring software, manuals, support downloads, tech specs, troubleshooting pages, and tutorials. Sep 24, 2016 posted on september 24, 2016 by luiton wrote in. Baofeng programming software software free download. If this is correct, the bf 888s plus requires that \x50\xbb\xff\x20\x12\x07\x31\x02 is sent to the radio to initiate. The baofeng 888s is a uhf 16 channel basic transceiver. I will not even consider buying another until the software issue is resolved. I was able to log in to a radio once with chirp, but now it says radio refused to enter programming mode. Just received 6 baofeng bf888s i am using the most recent chirp update of 20160201. Also chirp is much better than the baofeng software. To program the bf 888s youll need to buy an inexpensive programming cable which plugs into the bf 888s headphonemic jack and connects to a usb port on your computer. Can a baofeng bf888s be programmed to pmr446 for nonlicence. The bf 888 and bf 666s can use the same programmer either the bao888 or bao666s.
The right side has the standard two pin kenwood, wouxun, baofeng programming cablespeakermicr connector. Baofeng handheld two way radios are well known among amateur radio operators everywhere. These radios are all the same so one programmer will address each of the variations. Program software for baofeng waterproof series wp970. The bf888s is a full featured two way radio and hand held transceiver with long range capabilities up to 6km. This software is available as a courtesy to our readers.
Options the vox and squelch options are adjustable with the same software as used for the bf888 radio. Looking for any info i can get on the range from all the searching i have done on the net there are as many bad opinions as good. Baofeng radios are as well manufactured under a new brand name. Usb programming cable for baofeng uv5r kguvd1p bf888s walkie talkie usb cable for kenwood, baofeng, zastone, wouxun, quansheng, puxing radios. Vip software is designed for windows operating systems. Baofeng usb programming cable for baofeng two way radio uv.
Two of the radios only load changes to memories but not to settings. Baofeng pofung bf888s aka bf666s, bf777s pofung t88, gt1 retevis h777 faqs page. Baofeng bf 888s walkie talkie 2pcs in one box with rechargeable battery headphone wall charger long range 16 channels two way radio 2pcs radios 4. Programming a radio with firmware bfb291 and higher can be done with other newer original baofeng software. Programming with software the baofeng pofung bf888s uhv, 70cm transceiver af5dn duration. Programming with software the baofeng pofung bf888s uhv. Usb programming cable for baofeng uv5r kguvd1p bf888s. Baofeng bfu1 another new cheap uhf radio qrz forums. In this video we explain how to obtain the programming software for the baofeng bf888s. Im under the impression that in order to not need a licence, you need to operate on the pmr446 frequencies if correct and use under 0. Check here often for new software, hints, and tutorials. Baofeng usb programming cable for baofeng two way radio uv5r. Software chirp software can be used to program the presets and the vox options of this radio. It has ctcss encode, led flashlight, low battery alert, vox and englishchinese voice guide.
Antenna the antenna has a smafemale connector, just like all new baofeng radios. It has no display and requires programming via a serial or usb to serial cable. Usb programming cable for radio is available now from our us warehouse free shipping to us in 36 business days ship to canada, brazil in 710 days description. Mar 08, 2014 programming with software the baofeng pofung bf888s uhv, 70cm transceiver af5dn meontech. Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software. It will fit in your shirt pocket with room to spare at only 2. Baofeng pofung bf 888s aka bf 666s, bf 777s pofung t88, gt1 retevis h777 faqs page. Baofeng bf 888 modification file download has to be open with chirp radio software. Baofeng uv82c vip programming software baofeng uv82hp vip programming software baofeng bff8hp vip programming software. Even if you configure your ham radio to use the pmr frequencies, the chance itll be outputting over 0. No lcd, no vfo, just 16 channels, typical for radios intended for professional use. Bf888 radio software rt systems radio programming software.
Any memory channel with all its details can be sent to the radio with a simple keystroke. The most wellknown variety is baofeng bf888s, the other one is koqi. 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. The bf888s is a single band, uhf, 400470mhz, low power radio. Indeed its a common misconception unless youre using a conventional indeed its a common misconception unless youre using a conventional store bought walkie talkie as these will more likely be using a maximum of 0. As usual, these radios come from china and pop up under various names.
The antenna has a smafemale connector, just like all new baofeng radios. Can a baofeng bf888s be programmed to pmr446 for non. Detailed specs on this chip could not be found, but it must be quite similar to version bk4800 but without some additional functions like e. Baofeng bf888sa brand new,loud speaker,long distance communication, new model of baofeng china,good outlook, multi feature functions, preset 16 channels for easy using not need programming,uhf 400480mhz, 1500mah high capacity battery.
Each radio comes with a charger, antenna, and everything you need to get started communicating conveniently at a long range, whether in a recreational context. The specs say software only supports 5khz steps, however chirp allows 2. Retevis rt7 retevis rt7 is the same radio as te bf888 classic, its only a different brand name and housing. Check here for solutions and tips to get your cable going. Programming the baofeng bf888s radio using chirp duration.
The cable is compatible with a kenwood programming cable such as one used on a thf6. After reading some information on different internet sites, it seems that radios with firmware version bfb290 and lower can be used with the same original baofeng programming software. Frequency and power the bf 888s is a single band, uhf, 400470mhz, low power radio. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. Programming with software the baofeng pofung bf888s uhv, 70cm transceiver af5dn meontech. The left side of the radio has the ptt switch, a monitor button and the infamous led flashlight. Usb programming cable for baofeng uv5r kguvd1p bf 888s walkie talkie usb cable for kenwood, baofeng, zastone, wouxun, quansheng, puxing radios. The battery is not compatible with other baofeng products. You can contact me more directly by linking to my facebook account. Bit of a niche question here but i was looking at getting a pair of bf 888s handsets but noticed these are in fact ham radios and would usually require a licence to operate. Baofeng bf888s walkie talkie 2pcs in one box with rechargeable battery headphone wall charger long range 16 channels two way radio 2pcs radios 4. The specs say pofung bf888s uhv, 70cm transceiver af5dn meontech. The bf 888s is a full featured two way radio and hand held transceiver with long range capabilities up to 6km.
Just received 6 baofeng bf 888s i am using the most recent chirp update of 20160201. Baofeng pofung baofeng bf888s deluxe version two way. We have found that most of the contemporary twopin to usb programming cables from baofengtytwouxun will work. Baofeng bf 888sa brand new,loud speaker,long distance communication, new model of baofeng china,good outlook, multi feature functions, preset 16 channels for easy using not need programming,uhf 400480mhz, 1500mah high capacity battery. Each radio comes with a charger, antenna, and everything you need to get started communicating conveniently at a long range, whether in a recreational context like camping or on site at your business. Coflash has an intuitive user interface with a traditional windows graphical user interface gui, and a command line mode as well. Baofeng uv82c vip programming software baofeng uv 82hp vip programming software baofeng bff8hp vip programming software. Baofeng provides programming software for windows, which i didnt care to deal with. Tried full, half, 34, all the way down, everything. We are the authorized distributor of baofeng products.
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