and uses proprietary GMSK digital mode. This version requires specific "Baofeng GMSK v5 CPS" software and generally will not work with standard CHIRP profiles Hardware Requirements
: A standard Baofeng/Kenwood 2-pin K-connector USB cable is required .
Many first-time users attempt to use CHIRP (the open-source radio programming tool) or software meant for other Baofeng models like the UV-82 or GT-3.
Use “Upload To Radio” to write changes; confirm success with a subsequent “Download From Radio.”