How To Use Baofeng UV-5R Menus & All Menu Settings Explained - For UV5R & Other Ham & GMRS Radios

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  • I go over the menu system for the Baofeng UV-5R, show you how how to use the menu system, and I explain what each menu option is and what it does. The menus and options on the Baofeng UV5R are similar to other radios such as BTech, Retevis, Radioddity, and Wouxun - Both ham radios and GMRS radios. Once you know how to use the menus on a Baofeng, you should be able to pick up most other radio and use it's menu system.
    CORRECTION! When discussing Menu Option #23, "BCL" - I mis-spoke when I said I like to keep BCL set to "on" - I meant to say that I like to keep it set to OFF. My deepest apologies for letting you down, but after all, I am only human.
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    TIMESTAMPS:
    6:39 0. Squelch (Get rid of static)
    7:45 1. Step (For scanning or using arrows to go through frequencies)
    8:22 2. TXP (Power)
    8:36 3. Save (Battery life)
    9:38 4. VOX (Voice activity)
    10:18 5. WN (Channel Bandwith)
    10:45 6. ABR (Backlighting timer)
    11:16 7. TDR (Duel Channel Standby) (Listen to two frequencies at once)
    12:38 8. Beep (Beeps when you press a key, duh)
    12:49 9. TOT (Talk out timer) (Prevents you from accidentally transmitting for too long)
    13:35 10. R-DCS (Receive "Privacy" tone/code)
    13:35 11. R-CTCS (Receive "Privacy" tone/code)
    13:35 12. T-DCS (Transmit "Privacy" tone/code)
    13:35 13. T-CTCS (Transmit "Privacy" tone/code)
    14:40 14. Voice (Enable or disable the sexy baofeng lady or make her speak chinese if you so desire)
    15:00 15. ANI-ID (Send ID during alarm mode)
    15:23 16. DTMFST (Phone tone IDs)
    15:43 17. S-Code (Signal code) (For menu item 19)
    16:02 18. SC-REV (Scanning method) (What will it do when it hears something while scanning)
    16:41 19. PTT-ID (Sends tones when you transmit)
    17:17 20. PTT-LG (Lag time) (how long radio waits before sending the tones from menu 19)
    17:40 21. MDF-A (Lets you decide what label you see for a frequency in channel mode)
    17:40 22. MDF-B (Lets you decide what label you see for a frequency in channel mode)
    19:45 23. BCL (Busy Channel Lockout) (Prevents you from talking over someone if they are already transmitting)
    20:12 24. AUTOLK (Auto lock) (locks the keypad after inactivity to prevent accidental button presses)
    20:47 25. SFT-D (Direction of the offset) (For setting up repeaters)
    24:47 26. Offset (set an offset (For setting up repeaters)
    21:18 27. MEM-CH (Lets you save a frequency and some settings as its own channel in channel mode)
    21:35 28. DEL-CH (Delete a channel you saved)
    22:05 29. WT-LED (Sets the color of screen for standing by)
    22:23 30. RX-LED (Sets the color of the screen while receiving)
    22:34 31. TX-LED (Sets the color of the screen while Transmitting)
    22:51 32. AL-MOD (Alarm mode) (TURN THIS SETTING TO "SITE")
    23:50 33. BAND (UHF and VHF)
    24:18 34. TDR-AB (Which line it returns to after receiving a transmission)
    25:59 35. STE (Squelch Tail Eliminator) (Get rid of static sound at the end of transmission)
    26:15 36. RP-STE (Squelch Tail Eliminator) (For use with repeaters)
    26:29 37. RPT-RL (Delay for sending STE tone)
    26:52 38. PONMSG (Message that displays when you turn on the radio) (Go make it something silly)
    27:27 39. ROGER (Roger beep) (Plays a tacti-cool noise when you release the PTT button like a walkie talkie from those movies)
    27:58 40. RESET (Reset all or some settings to factory default)
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  • @epluribusunum5318
    @epluribusunum5318 2 года назад +522

    I don't have a radio, I'm not a licensed ham, I don't even have the time or money to invest in this life style. Yet I've sat glued to my screen for several hours binge watching because of the high-brow humor, and incredible sarcasm mixed in with such a simplified and easy to understand breakdown of topics even my less then steller mind can comprehend the subject. This channel is pure gold.

    • @bendeleted9155
      @bendeleted9155 2 года назад +14

      Welcome to the GMRS community! You can talks many fars using Zello on your phone...or you can just use it for a road trip caravan, at the range, a church event, etc. That's what's great about it. No commitment 👍

    • @yorktown2203
      @yorktown2203 2 года назад +4

      @@bendeleted9155 correct, Zello is super cool 😎

    • @andyw3720
      @andyw3720 2 года назад +10

      It’s high time you climb the mountain, visit the seer and become a Sad Ham.

    • @woodstockxx
      @woodstockxx 2 года назад +2

      So hat ate you watching for then, you saddo of epic proportions ? 😂😂😂

    • @africanelectron751
      @africanelectron751 2 года назад +5

      Same bro this dude is brilliant

  • @xaza5625
    @xaza5625 10 месяцев назад +138

    Oh NotaRubicon my beloved
    6:39 0. Squelch (Get rid of static)
    7:45 1. Step (For scanning or using arrows to go through frequencies)
    8:22 2. TXP (Power)
    8:36 3. Save (Battery life)
    9:38 4. VOX (Voice activity)
    10:18 5. WN (Channel Bandwith)
    10:45 6. ABR (Backlighting timer)
    11:16 7. TDR (Duel Channel Standby) (Listen to two frequencies at once)
    12:38 8. Beep (Beeps when you press a key, duh)
    12:49 9. TOT (Talk out timer) (Prevents you from accidently transmitting for too long)
    13:35 10. R-DCS (Recieve "Privacy" tone/code)
    13:35 11. R-CTCS (Recieve "Privacy" tone/code)
    13:35 12. T-DCS (Transmit "Privacy" tone/code)
    13:35 13. T-CTCS (Transmit "Privacy" tone/code)
    14:40 14. Voice (Enable or disable the sexy baofeng lady or make her speak chinese if you so desire)
    15:00 15. ANI-ID (Send ID during alarm mode)
    15:23 16. DTMFST (Phone tone IDs)
    15:43 17. S-Code (Signal code) (For menu item 19)
    16:02 18. SC-REV (Scanning method) (What will it do when it hears something while scanning)
    16:41 19. PTT-ID (Sends tones when you transmit)
    17:17 20. PTT-LG (Lag time) (how long radio waits before sending the tones from menu 19)
    17:40 21. MDF-A (Lets you decide what label you see for a frequency in channel mode)
    17:40 22. MDF-B (Lets you decide what label you see for a frequency in channel mode)
    19:45 23. BCL (Busy Channel Lockout) (Prevents you from talking over someone if they are already transmitting)
    20:12 24. AUTOLK (Auto lock) (locks the keypad after inactivity to prevent accidental button presses)
    20:47 25. SFT-D (Direction of the offset) (For setting up repeaters)
    24:47 26. Offset (set an offset (For setting up repeaters)
    21:18 27. MEM-CH (Lets you save a frequency and some settings as its own channel in channel mode)
    21:35 28. DEL-CH (Delete a channel you saved)
    22:05 29. WT-LED (Sets the color of screen for standing by)
    22:23 30. RX-LED (Sets the color of the screen while receiving)
    22:34 31. TX-LED (Sets the color of the screen while Transmitting)
    22:51 32. AL-MOD (Alarm mode) (TURN THIS SETTING TO "SITE")
    23:50 33. BAND (UHF and VHF)
    24:18 34. TDR-AB (Which line it returns to after receiving a transmission)
    25:59 35. STE (Squelch Tail Eliminator) (Get rid of static sound at the end of transmission)
    26:15 36. RP-STE (Squelch Tail Eliminator) (For use with repeaters)
    26:29 37. RPT-RL (Delay for sending STE tone)
    26:52 38. PONMSG (Message that displays when you turn on the radio) (Go make it something silly)
    27:27 39. ROGER (Roger beep) (Plays a tacti-cool noise when you release the PTT button like a walkie talkie from those movies)
    27:58 40. RESET (Reset all or some settings to factory default)
    Without Mr. NotaRubicon i would never have decided to even delve into this hobby at all. Figuring a lot of this stuff out made me feel oddly accomplished with myself and there is definitely no better starting point than this channel right here. Everything between the humor and the no bullshit commentary made learning more about GMRS radios a lot more bareable for my adhd ass, so please drop this man a like
    🙏

    • @royswing5024
      @royswing5024 8 месяцев назад +7

      Thankyou for the list. Simplified things even more. Now I can take a quick glance to reference functions

    • @screwthishi5thing
      @screwthishi5thing 3 месяца назад

      excellent comment, thank you

    • @yapyap66
      @yapyap66 3 месяца назад

      THIS comment needs pinning to the top, someone get the boss in here
      👍

    • @yapyap66
      @yapyap66 3 месяца назад +1

      Actually it is, it's in the more section haha

  • @calebrobertson5130
    @calebrobertson5130 2 года назад +243

    Sir, you have created THE holy grail of UV5R RUclips tutorials. Thank you.

    • @davealling8847
      @davealling8847 Год назад +10

      The UV5R instructions work for the UV9G radio as well. This vid took all of the frustration out of trying to figure out how the radio actually worked. The enclosed instructions with the radio are lacking. This vid should come with the radio from the factory.

    • @fatsolutions
      @fatsolutions Год назад +4

      He’s a Demi God thank you

    • @internetuser1324
      @internetuser1324 10 месяцев назад +2

      this video really is amazing for sending to friends etc who just got their very first uv-5r

    • @-Rottenapple-
      @-Rottenapple- 10 месяцев назад +1

      ...And the BF-F8HP.

  • @ZoneTelevision
    @ZoneTelevision 2 года назад +7

    I just bought and received my Baofeng UV-5R I hold you personally responsible for the fact that I now own the worlds greatest most affordable most power delicious handheld multiband ham radio.

  • @michaelbrianbaker2116
    @michaelbrianbaker2116 3 месяца назад +7

    5 Years in the cabinet collecting dust, the gravestones of countless RUclips how to's surrounding my defeatist experience with these until now! Cue heavenly angelic orchestration increasing in volume in 5 4 3 2 1 and - fade to black... Thank you my friend!

  • @sebastianschlipp5130
    @sebastianschlipp5130 2 года назад +71

    Finally someone telling in a simple way how this radio works....that was a very good idea for me as a beginner...Thanks alot

  • @nimblehealer199
    @nimblehealer199 2 года назад +36

    This radio is NOT Chinese junk. It's very good and useful.

    • @squallywally
      @squallywally 2 года назад +5

      Still my favorite and the best radio in my opinion.

  • @rocobruno
    @rocobruno 2 месяца назад +3

    I accidentally catched the fever of ham radio 😄 Can't wait to get my Baofeng UV-5R delivered in couple of days. In the mean time I'm collecting as much information on the topic as possible to get ahead. Your channel as this video is an invaluable resource for the rookie in me, thanks !

  • @Patriot2609
    @Patriot2609 2 года назад +24

    Damn man, you actually embarass the mean sad hams, mad respect. You literally taught me how to use my cheap ol realiable baofeng as a radio scanner.

  • @archangel9114
    @archangel9114 Год назад +16

    Thanks to this channel I finally learned how to program my local repeater and other repeaters into my uv5r. Also,did you know the ISS (international space station)transmits on frequency 145.80 MHz and receives signals at either 144.49 or 145.20 MHz, depending on its orbital location. You can pick it up in your uv5r but you need to download the ISS app to track when is passing by your zone.

    • @chrisstreeter6549
      @chrisstreeter6549 4 месяца назад +2

      This is so cool!!! Thanks for sharing this!

  • @TennesseeFrank
    @TennesseeFrank 5 месяцев назад +5

    I just got my UV-5R 8 Watt(a little extra power, same price) and Factory reset it so I can use it with GMRS frequency channels since that's the license I applied for.
    I'm still learning about all the little icons on the screen and I did get it programed with CHIRP on my Linux box. Your videos have been a big help and the humor helps to make them easier to watch. Thanks.😊

  • @ChuckHickl
    @ChuckHickl 9 месяцев назад +5

    I have no idea why I need this but was gifted one about five years ago and ran across it packing for a move and now that I am settled in my new abode, I thought why not figure this out and then I stumbled on this deliciously inappropriate channel. I have found my people. Wish me luck!

  • @michaelvensky6025
    @michaelvensky6025 Год назад +5

    I just got my technician class license and UV-5R. I had lots of questions about its operation. Every Google search brought me to these videos that have always provided working answers to all my questions and got my UR-5R operational. Kudos and Bravo!

  • @chuck7465
    @chuck7465 2 года назад +6

    I love the sound of sad ham heads popping in the morning!
    Wicked good job!

  • @brianmcdaniel2693
    @brianmcdaniel2693 2 года назад +5

    I know this video is 2 months old now. But thank you very much as a truck driver who stuck in Wyoming through a snowstorm. You gave me something to do and play with for a few hours. Thank you again

  • @DD-Aerial-Photography
    @DD-Aerial-Photography 2 года назад +20

    Yes Finally a video for those with out the instructions

    • @Levy3o8
      @Levy3o8 2 года назад +1

      Don’t forget out our slow friends who don’t have Google lmao

    • @ALL_OUT_OF_BUBBLEGUM
      @ALL_OUT_OF_BUBBLEGUM 2 года назад +2

      We can tell you're just trolling and have obviously never read the actual instructions for this family of radios.

  • @paullittle813
    @paullittle813 8 месяцев назад +1

    Now that I've subscribed, I'll throw the manual away. You're my replacement manual, so stay healthy.

  • @tek5358
    @tek5358 2 года назад +25

    Thanks for these videos on the basics, studying for my license and it's good to already have a point of ref for how my radio works, this was clear and to the point without boring me into a coma, which is appreciated.

  • @PXCarrasco
    @PXCarrasco 2 года назад +12

    Thank you. Simple and appreciated. Ignore the BS! It helps tremendously.

  • @tombogdis
    @tombogdis Год назад +4

    YES! The instructions given by Uncle Randy are priceless, however I just about fell out of my chair when the "Grumpy Ballchinian" appeared! By popular demand we request more of this! (OK, maybe not by popular demand, just me!) Thanks Uncle Randy, YOU ROCK!

  • @yapyap66
    @yapyap66 3 месяца назад +1

    I've had my Baofeng's for almost a week now and thanks to the CEOs, producer's, script writers, directors, and presenter of this channel I already fully understand every aspect about this very highly technical communications device.
    Both my radios are now fully CHIRPed up to the gills.
    Thank you very much man ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • @choochoochooseyou
    @choochoochooseyou 2 года назад +5

    My very first model arrived today. It's this one and this video couldn't be more helpful. Many thanks.

  • @PaPa52109
    @PaPa52109 Год назад +7

    Very, very clear and easy to follow. This is a tremendous boost to those eager to improve! Great

  • @JustBeAdude
    @JustBeAdude 2 года назад +12

    I just stumbled onto your channel as I have a UV-5R also and I’m looking to get better at understanding it and using it. Love the constant humor and the education on this handy little radio. I’ll be binge watching the channel and just subbed, keep it coming my man. Cheers!

  • @rjdgreek
    @rjdgreek Год назад +6

    I recently purchased a similar radio and was sleeping my way through the decently written manual when I recalled seeing this tutorial. You did a great job filling in some of the information missing from the manual!!!

  • @johncraig7268
    @johncraig7268 Год назад +2

    Watched this when I first got the radio, and just again after using it for awhile. It was worth the second trip through this video (the explanations made a lot more sense).Thank you for posting!

  • @davidharkins5345
    @davidharkins5345 2 года назад +2

    AGAIN GRATE VIDEO . THANK YOU !!!
    I learn sooo much from them. No one else out there has what it takes to do what you do for the incredible BAOFENG RADIO !!! Thank you !!! Please keep the videos going!!!

  • @rickbecker3239
    @rickbecker3239 2 года назад +9

    Appreciate the jump start you gave this simpleton audio/visual learner by posting your executive summary of the "best engineered radio in the world" and it's menus. So far so good with regard to FCC rules compliance while gently pushing all of BOFANG's many buttons but one. Thanks much!!

  • @Rule-of-Threes-Survival
    @Rule-of-Threes-Survival Год назад +1

    I love the way you present these topics they are often hilarious and always informative.
    I just got my radio today ( I test Thursday.) Your videos have made this trip less spooky.

  • @OverlandTT
    @OverlandTT 2 года назад +15

    We got our BF-F8+ radios back in 2015/16 and they’ve been great. Have the extended 3800 battery and 771 whip antenna.
    Excellent overview.

  • @joankessel5850
    @joankessel5850 11 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you, this is exactly what I needed! I listened to your short version and then I listened to the long version. You did a great job.

  • @DansGrandValley
    @DansGrandValley Год назад +4

    Randy, thank you so much for your videos! I recently purchased a UV-5R and realized I had no idea how to operate it when it arrived. My neighbor recommended your videos, and I found them extremely useful and with your help, I had it going in no time.

  • @dtcdreamtrainchaser7253
    @dtcdreamtrainchaser7253 2 года назад +3

    I just got a baofeng radio and this helped me so greatly its like I've had it for a year this was so helpful thanks a lot

  • @michaelwright7270
    @michaelwright7270 2 года назад +6

    No radio enthusiasts were harmed or bored to death during this video.....in fact, we were brought to life!!! Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

  • @wendiig0
    @wendiig0 2 года назад +6

    Great video for those of us who misplace things like radio instructions or car keys or cars. Thanks!

  • @Jon.Carlsen
    @Jon.Carlsen 2 года назад +3

    Very useful information. 👍You confirmed what I suspected about those 40 settings, the majority of them can be ignored by most UV-5R users. Thanks for pointing out the ones we really need to know.

  • @bobstachura594
    @bobstachura594 2 года назад +8

    Firstly, thank you for this video.
    I just purchased a UV-5R on a recommendation from a friend. Could not believe how inexpensive it is. And, as a previous commenter stated, it does not really come with a full set of instructions. Your video is fantastic and exactly what I need to feel totally comfortable with this new purchase. Thank you again! Keep up the excellent work and I appreciate your humor.

  • @TrailRunn4r
    @TrailRunn4r 2 года назад +5

    Just got a UV-9G and was looking for a video that would go over the menu options. Thanks a lot!

    • @datutturugang666
      @datutturugang666 Год назад

      the great thing about baofengs it that they all basically are the same thing, at least menues and stuff

  • @BusiPrep
    @BusiPrep 4 месяца назад

    I'm really enjoying this content on the UV5Rs. I've gotten to play with radios in the army, but not using it everyday has me wanting to familiarize myself with it again. Your videos are a great and highly informative

  • @stevesquier3167
    @stevesquier3167 Год назад +1

    Very helpful. I just got my UV-5R8W today, and this was a great introduction to the settings.

  • @Hiristis
    @Hiristis Год назад +2

    Thanks for all the info you gave us for these nice radios.Me and my team we are using them in airsoft and they are incredible for the money that we spend,without your videos it would be impossible to understand the manual that they came with.Thanks again

  • @stevetaylor8446
    @stevetaylor8446 2 года назад +8

    At last, a video that explains the functions that aren't in Chinglish. Great video buddy and much appreciated. Keep up the awesome videos,, they are much appreciated and it's a pleasure learning from them. 73's 26DRX901

  • @brpnw4r94
    @brpnw4r94 2 года назад +1

    Followed along, Randy. Sat here last night and added some scan channels. Getting to know this little radio more day by day. Love the content. Cheers

  • @larryz24
    @larryz24 2 года назад +1

    Ha I have had my UV-5RE for a few years now and it was nice to follow along as you covered the options, thanks so much! Happy New Year.

  • @arnocoetzee2769
    @arnocoetzee2769 2 года назад +4

    this was by far the best and most informative video i have ever seen. Thank you very much sir. appreciate your time

  • @jimedgar6789
    @jimedgar6789 Год назад +2

    Just bought two of these for my first HAM radios... Amazon $70. Incredibly cool and this video makes it even cooler!

  • @marcodeza3359
    @marcodeza3359 Год назад

    I just unpacked the UV5R now and did this basic setup. Thanks so much for putting awesome vid together.

  • @zachfinley3908
    @zachfinley3908 Год назад +2

    I just got my first uv-5r a few days ago. This video helped a ton!

  • @wrexhammusic
    @wrexhammusic Год назад +1

    I own three of these radios and had no idea about the battery save option until I watched this video. Turned it off on all three now. Even after 5+ years of owning the radios I'm still learning new things about them.

  • @jimpease5262
    @jimpease5262 Год назад +1

    i got my Baofeng from a friend and im very impressed how it will pick up more than my base scanner. i have managed to screw up the programming several times. ive watched your videos and you have helped me get it back to where its suppost to be. i am taking your advice ,i dont mess with the menu options,

  • @stevegrew6758
    @stevegrew6758 2 года назад +2

    Without doubt the most useful clear and concise vid on menus… just got mine from China and scratched my head whilst randomly pushing buttons… rtfm or watch this. Calm voice no crap music etc. cheers!

  • @grandriver3152
    @grandriver3152 2 года назад +5

    I'm downloading this video for future reference. Awesome. Thank you.

  • @davidarmstrong2503
    @davidarmstrong2503 3 месяца назад

    Moved from your how to use a baoefang over to this LOVE it. I did keep my manuals but yes we do always throw them away, LOVE your videos and THANK YOU so much

  • @berjo77
    @berjo77 Год назад +1

    Thanks for your work. My UV-5X3 sat it a box unloved for 3 years until the moment my 10 year old daughter wanted to know more about it. Now I’ve bought two more and getting all batteries charged up. I’ll have one programmed with RT Systems, then clone the kids Christmas presents. I now believe I can safely operate these things, thanks to you I understand most of the menus. Good job, thanks.

  • @fbrieden
    @fbrieden Год назад

    Outstanding as usual! V grabbed my attention a few days ago, and now Statler and Waldorf in this presentation. Your articulate sarcasm enhances the relevant information.

  • @michaelt.3805
    @michaelt.3805 2 года назад +3

    Great video as always, Randy. Thanks for your time.

  • @colino5047
    @colino5047 Год назад

    Thanks for the in-depth instruction. I just bought a Baofeng UV5R and hearing that yours has lasted so long makes me happy. I got my license in 94 but haven't been on the air for decades.

    • @SergiusT1
      @SergiusT1 Год назад

      The license is probably expired )

  • @brianjohnson8588
    @brianjohnson8588 Год назад +1

    Total beginner here. This was BEYOND helpful! Thank you so much for the great video.

  • @D8LUM
    @D8LUM 6 месяцев назад +1

    Absolutely brilliant and well presented at 68 wouldn’t have known where to even start, thankyou.

  • @robbhalverson7725
    @robbhalverson7725 2 года назад +2

    Love it. Great topic. Great delivery. Thank you very much Sir. I have several different brands of radios. They ALL do something well. I use my Boefengs all the time because I am not afraid to break one. And....bonus.....they work well. Thanks again Great video.

  • @tkflanagan4449
    @tkflanagan4449 10 месяцев назад

    I bought 3 GMRS radios because I trust you as a person!! I got 2 UV-5Rs and the Badd ass WOUXUN KG-1000 G PLUS and love them all!!! Thank you SOOOOOO much Randy, you're the MAN

  • @andrewvautour1795
    @andrewvautour1795 2 года назад +4

    I just ordered a Beofeng UV5R and should have it tomorrow. The problem, I have no idea what to do with it. Mostly I wanted it for SHTF but I still have to know how to program the dam thing. This helped and I found a few other videos of yours that helped a lot as well. As for the haters, BITE ME, I think your videos rock and they are funny as shit :)

  • @OutOfOfficeCamping
    @OutOfOfficeCamping 2 года назад +2

    Thank you Randy for listening. While "Ask Randy" was all about questions, I'm greatful you read those like mine and others, which were not.
    I just bought my first GMRS radio after watching your video on the Baofeng UV-9G. (Way back when) When it showed up earlier the expected I was like Wow! - how do I use it with out reading the instruction manual. Which makes no sense to me as a newbie! Heck just "Ask Randy"..🤣
    Now it's all starting to make sense! Thank you so much for the walk through set up....etc. I'm one step closer to having a clue.
    Thank you for making entertaining content. In the last week we've seen some of our larger 200 & 500 k YT channels delete or not even post based on negative comments. Never easy no matter what size your channel is. Just happy you put such a positive smiling poke at those that come at you. We need more of that. Life's to short to be negative. We have to much of that going on in the world and US right now. We don't need any more!
    Thank you again I can't repeat that enough. Even if I can't do it yet on my UV-9G. I can in this comment. THANK YOU!!! Thank You, thank you..
    ~ Mark (& Teresa)

  • @Wingrider07
    @Wingrider07 2 года назад +12

    Best Baofeng menu description video I’ve seen. However, at about 20.02 minutes there is an error. SFT-D is the direction of the shift, + or - (up or down). The Offset is how many kilohertz or megahertz to offset. You need to use both to setup a repeater in VFO or Memory mode. In GMRS, all 8 repeater shifts are the same direction and offset from your receive frequency. In Amateur Radio shifts may be + or - depending on where in the band you are. The offsets vary by band. The 2 meter band offset is 600 kHz and the 70 centimeter band offset is 5 MHz.

  • @chrisking9000
    @chrisking9000 2 года назад +13

    Thanks for taking the time to do an excellent video on all the menu settings of the 5R. I bought one recently and I am amazed by the performance of it. As a military communications guy from ages ago, it just stuns me that a radio of that quality can be bought for $25. And don't get me started about SDRs. The modern equivalent of a forty thousand dollar spectrum analyzer from 1990 can now be had for thirty dollars.
    I will note that the 5R's squelch setting does absolutely nothing. It is either completely off (0), or slightly on (1-9). This appears to be a firmware issue, and easily corrected. If you know someone at Baofeng, can you please notify them of this embarrassing failure? It's like selling a toaster that only has two settings: slightly warm, or charred.
    Please consider for a future show a demonstration and evaluation of that poor man's repeater, that Baofeng cable setup that connects two 5Rs. It is going to blow my ever-loving mind if I can put together a hilltop repeater using a solar panel, a battery, two 5Rs, and a cable for under a hundred dollars.
    Do I think the FCC is going to arrest me if I transmit to my neighbor's FRS radio using my 5R? No, I doubt it. I'm guessing the feds have got bigger fish to fry.
    And do continue ignoring the sad hams. I likely have pulled more cable than they've seen on spools. They're just jealous, as my mother liked to say. They're jealous that they're still using an R-390 (if they even know what that is.)

  • @momwhoedc
    @momwhoedc Год назад +1

    New UV-5R user.. Ive watched hours of your content.. I appreciate all your effort Sir 👊

  • @badger9438
    @badger9438 9 месяцев назад

    A Quick Thank You, Your video’s have been helpful with the Baofeng operation. Having both UV-5R and BF-F8. Even after reading the manuals. The videos have been an even better help of understanding the operations of the radios.

  • @robertjennings5357
    @robertjennings5357 Год назад

    No! You did not bore me. You kept descriptions short & sweet, perfect!!

  • @OldBob007
    @OldBob007 2 года назад +2

    Thanks, another interesting video. Never really looked at many of the options on my GT3-TP, we will have a browse through now.

  • @TheNoxion
    @TheNoxion 2 года назад +1

    Man this video was so helpfull, i hsve baofeng for 10 years and i never used any of options lol, now im useing mode than half to personise it. Thx!

  • @patriot9455
    @patriot9455 Год назад

    I enjoy your videos. Having been a truck driver (42 years) I have developed a large amount of patience. On another note, I have 3 uv5's and a UV-S9x3. the 9 does not have the commercial FM band, but it is yellow. It also has a port on the battery to charge said battery.

  • @outlaw9232
    @outlaw9232 Год назад +2

    This was awesome and hilarious! I was able to change some settings on my radio I had not known about. The way you explain things is outstanding, thank you!

  • @dw8555
    @dw8555 Месяц назад

    Super helpful! Thank you! So far, I have watched this three times, but I'm sure I'll be watching it again!

  • @lthibault
    @lthibault 4 месяца назад

    Love your videos and sense of humor🤣 The amount of info and support for the Baofeng is amazing. In 2 days I was able to use CHIRP, configure my units and find a couple of repeaters in my area. Mind you I have a good technical background as a car mechanic and IT telecom instructor. This dynamic reminds me of the Harley versus Japanese motorcycles…a couple of years ago I was driving a Vulcan Voyager and for a fraction of the cost it was more comfortable than most Harleys. Those radios get the job done, period. Fun fact: sometimes transmitting will screw up my wireless trackball USB transmitter, forcing me to shut off the mouse and put it back on as a remedy. And yes, I’ve checked the battery and this never happens otherwise.

  • @bobby08
    @bobby08 Год назад +1

    New to HAM and your channel. SUPER grateful for your video Randy!! Thanks for providing such a great video for newbs and for the humorous sarcasm in regard to the condescending “know-it-alls”. Love what your doing here! 73

  • @gsatman7604
    @gsatman7604 Год назад

    Love your shows and humor..I have watched you shows off and on for several years but now I am getting serious to want to learn how to operate / program the 5 that I have and 6 that other family members have..Because I want to have many frequencies in each I have been watching your instructions on using chirp..Phew a challenge for my 78 yo mind but I am still trying ..I am building up to a question that I will post in a few days about those many frequencies / channels but for the time being I just wanted to thank you for all you have posted to teach us how to operate these radios..This post you helped me greatly to understand all the menu sections , so thanks a bunch..I will continue to watch your videos so I can learn all I can to pass on to my friends and family of how to operate the Baofeng..

  • @Westend463
    @Westend463 Год назад +2

    Great videos. Very informative. You're a "one-stop-shop" for all matters, Baofeng. Great Job! 😀

  • @richard180961
    @richard180961 Год назад +1

    I do find the Band button quite useful. It can be used to select the Band which the FM radio tunes. Also it can be used in conjunction with PTT key to send 1750Hz tone to activate a repeater. It will also switch quickly between UHF & VHF bands. I note that on my Baofeng UV 10R it does not exist. I am enjoying my latest purchase UV-5RIII a great little radio. I found your explanation of the Menu function very useful. Keep up the good work.

  • @DomChavez-rq1xt
    @DomChavez-rq1xt 11 месяцев назад +1

    Perfect video bro. Sarcasm was A+. Info was A+

  • @CypressENZO39
    @CypressENZO39 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the videos. I'm new to the ham radio. I just bought a Baofeng UV-5R. Your videos are very informative. Thanks Man keep the videos coming.

  • @campellis
    @campellis Год назад +1

    Simply awesome. Extremely helpful. Add several points that you have a cleaning mat as your backdrop. Thanks for explaining my radio to me!

  • @KeyBored101
    @KeyBored101 10 месяцев назад

    Dude! I love your channel, i finally bought the UV 5r gmrs radios to get started

  • @airnashville3883
    @airnashville3883 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the video, helped me set up my new UV-5RE. When I'm in the menu part where it says "Band", If I select VHF it will monitor 2 frequencies of VHF and if I select UHF it splits the monitor between UHF and VHF. Only thing I noticed that you did see in your video.

  • @kj5fns
    @kj5fns 4 месяца назад

    This video was a big help to me, I’m saving it in my save list so I can refresh my memory when it erases again and it will soon.

  • @fallrisktv
    @fallrisktv Год назад

    This one time, I was taught how to use a PRC119. I would’ve much preferred learning from you. Your sarcasm and simplistic instructions would be perfect for us crayon eaters.
    Thanks to your videos I was able to set mine up right out of the box to be functional.

  • @ferdinandtorres3930
    @ferdinandtorres3930 2 года назад +1

    Great video. Already made changes to the slightly obscure functions on my Radioddity DB25-G and Baofeng UV-5R. Thanks Randy.

    • @BrandonScales
      @BrandonScales 2 года назад

      Are you using the 25g as a base station? It’s some th one I’ve been considering. The uv5r was my first and only radio

  • @lifesagamesobeawinner
    @lifesagamesobeawinner 2 года назад +3

    Great video, I learned a lot about my new uv5r thanks.

  • @simonleduc1678
    @simonleduc1678 Год назад +1

    Thanks! That was really usefull! I have progressed from being "unable" to being "incompetent" with the Baofeng. Totally new to the world of radios 🙂

  • @geolocolee
    @geolocolee 2 года назад +1

    Thank You Sir, I almost sent the radio back.. Great video and your demeanor is spot on, very smooth for a technical video, please create more... Thank You again!

  • @TheCosmicbirddog72
    @TheCosmicbirddog72 2 года назад +2

    Clear & easy to understand.
    Thanks from across the Pond
    👍🏼

  • @ailenesorcoso8191
    @ailenesorcoso8191 2 года назад +4

    Very helpful for dummies like me. Thank you!

  • @Themachinewon
    @Themachinewon 3 месяца назад

    These radios were a prepper thing, five years ago.. Just checked off the list to have in case... I now found the time and this Video was worth every second to watch... Thanks so much...

  • @shh_you_are_wrong
    @shh_you_are_wrong 6 месяцев назад

    Entertaining and informative.
    I bought a Baofeng UV-5R just to follow along.
    My backlight is now orange.
    Thank you.

  • @nancynutt9829
    @nancynutt9829 Год назад +1

    Excellent albeit fast. Had to back up because I didn't understand you.
    Really appreciate your video because I went inactive right after I learned programing my handheld and forgot things.

  • @brendanquinn6894
    @brendanquinn6894 Год назад +1

    Thankyou, that was very helpful. I didn't know how to fix the floor boards to the floor joists until I watched you program but now I think I can proceed with confidence,

    • @craigdavidson2977
      @craigdavidson2977 Год назад +1

      Playing with radios is so much more fun than home repairs. Good luck to you!! I sold my house, my yard, and all my bushes, grass and weeds and moved into an apartment with a door man down in the lobby. Best decision of my entire life. And I can use all that money I used to spend on lawn care and home repairs to buy more GMRS radios that Randy recommends.

  • @fredbissnette3104
    @fredbissnette3104 Год назад

    I got my uv5r today and I'm rockin it hard thanks to you brother

  • @WisLockman
    @WisLockman 2 года назад +8

    Thanks Randy for this video. I’m still learning my UV-5G. I’m at the point of learning how to install frequencies manually instead of by CHIRP.

  • @jimmyjohhn15
    @jimmyjohhn15 5 месяцев назад

    Thank you!
    I couldn't figure out why my radio would only listen to one station at a time. This video solved that

  • @AWMKWHITE
    @AWMKWHITE 2 месяца назад

    Your videos make a lot more sense now that I've recived my radio!!!

  • @southernstacker7315
    @southernstacker7315 Год назад

    @1:30 in the video you almost looked choked up. Memories...
    Very informative. I'm watching it for the third time. Probably watch it 10 more times. Thanks!
    I wish I had and understood how to program the Motorola 5000