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UV5R ErrorMess

The document outlines common error messages encountered with the Baofeng UV5R radio and provides troubleshooting steps for each issue. Key errors include problems with the USB connection, incorrect software versions, and communication failures. Solutions involve checking connections, using the correct software versions, and ensuring proper settings in the CHIRP software.

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UV5R ErrorMess

The document outlines common error messages encountered with the Baofeng UV5R radio and provides troubleshooting steps for each issue. Key errors include problems with the USB connection, incorrect software versions, and communication failures. Solutions involve checking connections, using the correct software versions, and ensuring proper settings in the CHIRP software.

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Baofeng UV5R
Common Error Messages

Radio did Not Respond


(see Drivers Page)

This is a very common problem.


Make sure the connector is snapped in all the way.
Some cables require a really hard push to snap in that last 1/16"
One indication is that the transmitter may be keyed.
A slight trimming of the cable plug side and edge may be required.

Graphic by Mike KF5DEY


Note: Message also appears if the radio is not turned ON while downloading.

Error has Occurred, Could not open Com Port x


(see Drivers Page)

Each USB slot is connected to a separate com port to avoid conflict.


Changing your USB slot will change the com port number.

After making this change, you must unplug and replug your USB programming
cable for the new com port number to be effective.

Run-time error 8020: Error reading from comm device.


(see Drivers Page)

Error occurs if Prolific driver version is higher than v3.2.0.0


Downgrade to v3.2.0.0 and the error should go away.

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Radio did not ACK first contact


or
CHIRP does not support my UV5R
(see CHIRP Page)

You are running the wrong version of CHIRP.


You must load the Daily Developmental Build, not Stable Release Version 0.2.3

Radio Version not Supported


(see CHIRP Page)

This message is generated by CHIRP.


You are running firmware release BFB291 or Higher.
CHIRP supports most models running the latest firmware, but not all.
Total compatibility is still a work in progress.

Fail Connect with Transceiver


(see VIP software)

This message is generated by the Factory Software.


It occurs when you are running the incorrect Factory Software.

BFB290 and prior and BFB291 and later programming software is not
interchangeable.

This can also occur if other software is running on your PC that may be loading
down the CPU. Close ALL unrelated software and try again.

Failed to communicate with radio:


global name 'vendors' is not defined
This message is generated by CHIRP.
If the Factory software's 'Other' tab was used to change the UHF Work Band
to 200-260MHz and saved it to the radio, CHIRP will reject your UV5R.
To correct this issue, remove the 220MHz entrees from the .dat file, return the
UHF range back to 400-520MHz, and upload to your radio.

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Could not open port com xx (2, 'CreateFile,


'The system cannot find the file specified.')

This message is generated by CHIRP.


The USB Com Port entered is not correct. Plug the programming cable into the
desired USB port and run: Find Com Port (Windows). Enter the com port
shown into the CHIRP software.

Store the file name in nullity


This message is generated by the Factory software. When saving data, enter
the complete file name including .dat extension. i.e. filename.dat

VIP DATA TRANSFER FAILURE


This is described under UV-5R Software

73 John K3NXU

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