On top of that the bff8hp also includes exclusive concierge customer help and warranty support. When disaster hits, you wont need to worry about which is. For several years, the smallsized and even smaller priced baofeng uv5r has been the most popular budget ht walkietalkie radio transceiver. The uv 82hp is the second generation of the classic uv 82 series. Operating system selection made when adding to cart. The frequncy of the uv 5rtp radio has been set as 140150430440mhz when it manufactured. I just passed my tech exam, and i plan to buy a cheap ht to get me started while i save up for the dream shack. The ptt synchronizing, vfo lockout, high power, rtone, and newest generation chipset. An exception is the uv 5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. These are plus or minus, the same thing, assuming youre getting current models of each.
Jul 04, 2019 the original software is easy to follow. Baofeng uv 82hp high power dual band radio what seems difficult and why it 5 stars is the user interface on screen for a simple task like using a repeater is daunting at best. The bf f8hp has a bigger 2100mah battery versus the uv 82hp with 1800mah battery. Some new features found in the uv 82hp are the three selectable power levels low 1 watt, medium 5 watt, high 78 watt allowing for a highoutput of up to eight watts. The baofeng handheld radios are inexpensive but cover many frequencies, making them the swiss army knives of the budget ham radio community. The bff8hp is a dual band handheld radio that improves on the uv 5r with more transmit power based on a new generation chipset along with new concierge service. Replaced under warranty, no questions asked bought from baofeng tech, us based distributor. Programming tutorial for the baofeng uv5r or bff8hp using chirp software. Baofeng seemed determined to attract eyeballs to this compact radio by packing a lot of features into it while at the same time keeping the price as low as possible to remain competitive the bff8hp is supposed to be an upgrade on the uv5r. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp. Programming data entered on the b display lower display will not be saved. Baofeng uv82hp manuals manuals and user guides for baofeng uv82hp.
I noticed that the uv82hp isnt mentioned that much on the forums. View and download baofeng uv82hp user manual online. I grabbed the bff8hp and the cable from your link and i ordered a uv5rmk3x to have a second one to keep at our second house. Whats in the box the uv82hp newer upgraded av85 antenna 7. Monitor two different frequencies on different bands.
If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. Chirp is a free software title that works with most handie talkie. Right off the bat i noticed manual programming is more refined than with the uv5r series, however, a practiced hand is still needed to set up and load memories manually. Ftdi genuine usb programming cable for btech, baofeng, kenwood, and anytone radio. Jan 22, 2015 europe survivalist channels vhf freenet pmr446 canale kdr444 uhf cb posted on 2015 january 22 31 comments. Turn your baofeng walkie talkie into a super shtf survival radio with hamfrspmrgmrsmursmarineweatherbusiness channels. Aug 26, 2015 the uv 82hp offers a 1 watt speaker, which is louder compared to the previous model in the series. Its interface may look a bit confusing at first glance, but after you do program once or twice, its a. Press the menu button, type 40, and then the radio will be reset. Like the bf f8hp, it is an upgrade on the uv 5r and not just a fancier looking device with brighter colors.
The bao82 software allows you to program memory channels and menu settings of the radio. May 22, 2019 the uv 82hp is the second generation of the popular uv 82 series of handheld portable radios from baofeng. Press to enter frequency mode uv82 press and turn the radio on. Jun 01, 2017 i recently got licenced as a ham radio operator. The uv82hp is the second generation of the popular uv82 series of handheld portable radios from baofeng. Uv5rv2 vs bff8hp i know, stick with me okay, so im a new ham. The new uv82hp is not just a power upgrade, but a combination of all major features of both the uv82 and uv5r series in one package. Were going to program a baofeng radio with chirp software. Baofeng bff8hp is a radio with one builtin receiver but can watch two channels semi duplex. Software will not work with the btech uv5x3, the baofeng uv5r3, uv5x mate uv82, bff8 or bff8hp radios.
Most chose the uv82hp over the uv5r because it felt more like a radio, one even called the 5r a toy radio assessing ease of use. The bff8hp has a bigger 2100mah battery versus the uv82hp with. Baofeng bff8hp vip programming software baofeng uv82 and uv82x series. Jun 18, 2015 the uv 82hp now includes all of the above features in one package. Id be using a btech mic, and can add an antenna if needed. The bao5r radio programmer is available for either windows os or mac os. For better results, it is advisable that you buy an original baofeng programming cable and not some cheap knockoff. Beyond the 3 power levels 1, 4, 8 watt it also includes. If you are interested in a baofeng or the programing cable, see the links below to amazon. How to manually program memory channels into baofeng. This software below was developed for specific models of the uv82. I attempted to make it read while using the uv5r profile, but the software wouldnt read the radio. It seems that the instructions are for the previous generation and there werecomplications to getting the thing to tune into a local repeater.
The frequncy of the uv5rtp radio has been set as 140150430440mhz when it manufactured. Baofengtech is one of the primary importers of official baofeng radios. Europe survivalist channels vhf freenet pmr446 canale kdr444 uhf cb posted on 2015 january 22 31 comments. Can anyone give me their realworld opinion on whether this is good first radio for a begginer me. A well know weakness of the baofeng uv5r was the instruction manual. Click here for manual keypad programming for the uv5r. A new manual has been written in a way to guide the new users and train them to grow their proficiency. The new baofeng bff8hp looks very similar to the uv5r, but is a genuinely different and improved model. My uv 5r has survived two baja transpeninsular trips and is still going strong. The uv82hp is the second generation of the classic uv82 series. Works with the uv 82, uv 82c, uv 82l, uv 82hp, uv 82x and the uv 82x3 triband radio. The upper display must be used to program channels into the 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.
Survival channels for baofeng programming shtfhamfrspmr. 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. Works with the uv82, uv82c, uv82l, uv82hp, uv82x and the uv82x3 triband radio. I ordered an f8hp with btech mic and programming cable, hopefully. Bf f8hp is the only official 8w radio manufactured, sold and imported by baofengpofung. Baofeng bf f8 and uv 5r series programming software. My buddies use bca and they work ok if nearby they love them, i find the range inadequate, but im also on sar and would like a radio with more range and flexibility.
Describe your experience with the baofengpofung bff8hp and tell us why you give it the rating you did required. Most questions i get by email are about choosing one of these three baofeng radios. Chirp is free open source software anyone can download. This software has been made available as a courtesy to our readers. Sep 25, 2019 programming tutorial for the baofeng uv 5r or bf f8hp using chirp software. Baofeng uv82hp uhfvhf handheld amateur radio vs baofeng. Software will not work with the btech uv 5x3, the baofeng uv 5r3, uv 5x mate uv 82, bf f8 or bf f8hp radios. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp software or keypad. Press or andor otherwise choose the a display upper display. The bff8hp has a bigger 2100mah battery versus the uv82hp with 1800mah battery. An exception is the uv5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. After doing some research, the beginner radio i landed on was the beofeng bff8hp. How to program the baofeng uv5r or bf f8hp in chirp for repeater and scanner use duration.
Its interface may look a bit confusing at first glance, but after you do program once or twice, its a piece of cake. The uv82hp has a dual ptt switch, which can be set for dual or single use, plus its built around a new chip. Lets dive in into the pros and cons of this nifty little unit. Jun 09, 2015 the new uv 82hp is not just a power upgrade, but a combination of all major features of both the uv82 and uv5r series in one package. Programming tutorial for the baofeng uv 5r or bff8hp using chirp software. How to program the baofeng uv5r or bff8hp in chirp for. Bff8hp is the only official 8w radio manufactured, sold and imported by baofengpofung. Turned on, all looked fine, 10 minutes later went to do a communication check and there was nothing. We will not be responsible for damage caused by improper loading. In order to use the 6174400520mhz, you need to do the factory reset. However, the developers of chirp ensured the baofeng bf f8hp is one of the radios supported in the latest daily build.
May 22, 2017 the baofeng 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. It can also be programmed to where its not field programmable, so if you loan it to someone for example, the cant make changes to your radio. Baofeng bff8hp is a dual watch radio at a reasonable price. Programming freqs via the keypad is basic, but if youre going to be programming odd splits, offsets, and pls get the software. How to manually program memory channels into baofeng bowoh. For programing with software, chirp is the goto choice for programing the uv 82hp. To the best of our knowledge, this software is correct. We have 2 baofeng uv82hp manuals available for free pdf download.
The uv82hp now includes all of the above features in one package. Jan 26, 2014 uv5r vs uv82 vs gt3 there are now so many radios build around baofeng uv5r circuitry and software that potential buyers dont know which one to pick. Baofeng bff8 and uv 5r series programming software. The uv 82hp has a dual ptt switch, which can be set for dual or single use, plus its built around a new chip. The bff8hp has a bigger 2100mah battery versus the uv 82hp with 1800mah battery. Baofeng uv82hp high power dual band radio what seems difficult and why it 5 stars is the user interface on screen for a simple task like using a repeater is daunting at best. The various other vendors often permit their dealers to sell the software online i. After some testing, i noticed that they turn off because the battery at the back of the radio can be pushed down a bit by the hand while still locked in place, which makes the battery lose contact with the terminals at the top of the back of the radio. You can program your uv82hp exactly how you want it. My uv5r has survived two baja transpeninsular trips and is still going strong.
After using several uv5rs, bff8hp, obltr8r as well as borrowing other hts, this 82hp falls in line with most mid range handhelds available. A 150450 model can not be made to operate on 150220. Operating system selection available when adding to cart. Radio came with very small defect on the liquid crystal screen. The uv82 will also allow you to monitor both of your bands at the same time. The buttons are just slightly larger too, to improve the easiness of programming the radio to fit your needs. 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 baofeng bff8hp a worthy successor to the uv5r. A pair 2 pcs baofeng ct9frs family frequency service frs radio, ic certified. Check their page on amazon and they should have a listing of only official radios not all just the most recent. It has kept the traditional uv82 case design to ensure compatibility between all existing options, including dual ptt spkrmicr, battery cases, holsters, battery eliminators, etc. The bf f8hp is a dual band handheld radio that improves on the uv 5r with more transmit power based on a new generation chipset along with new concierge service. Like the bff8hp, it is an upgrade on the uv5r and not just a fancier looking device with brighter colors. The current production version doesnt have this model listed.
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