Download instructions for the uv b5 radio station. Baofeng UV-B5 radio station. The best deal on the market? Description of built-in functions

Thank you for purchasing the BAOFENG UV-5R Dual Band Portable Radio. The Baofeng UV-5R radio is easy to use and will provide you with safe, fast and reliable communication. Please read carefully this manual before using. The information presented here will help you get the most out of your walkie-talkie.

1. Safety information
2. Features and functions
3. Unpacking and checking the contents
4. Optional accessories (sold separately)
5. Initial assembly and connection
5.1. Antenna installation
5.2. installation of a belt clip
5.3. Connecting an external headset
5.4. Installing the battery
6. Charging the battery
7. Battery Information
7.1. First use
7.2. Battery Tips
7.3. Extending battery life
7.4. Battery storage
8. Components and controls
8.1. General form radio stations
8.2. Assignment of control keys
9. LCD screen
10. Working with the radio station
10.1. On / off, volume control
10.2. Selecting a frequency or memory location
10.3. Reception / transmission
10.4. Operating modes of the radio station
11. Description of built-in functions
11.1. Squelch (SQL menu)
11.2. VOX function
11.3. Reverse function
11.4. ALARM function
11.5. 1750 Hz tone for repeater access
12. Menu, description of settings
12.1. Menu operation
12.2. Description of menu items
13. CTCSS Tone Table
14. DCS tone table
15. Specifications
15.1. General
15.2. Transmitter
15.3. Receiver
16. Possible malfunctions and ways to eliminate them

1. SAFETY INFORMATION

The following precautions must be observed when operating, servicing, and repairing this device.

Repair and maintenance of the Baofeng UV-5R walkie-talkie should be carried out by qualified personnel in a specialized service.
Do not modify the design of the radio station!
Use chargers and rechargeable batteries manufactured or certified as replacements by BAOFENG
Turn off the radio before entering an area where explosive or flammable substances are located.
Do not use walkie-talkies with a damaged antenna. There is a high risk of burns if a damaged antenna touches body parts.
Do not charge the battery in an area where explosive or flammable substances are located.
To avoid causing electromagnetic interference or compatibility problems, turn off the radio in areas where it is required, especially where there are information signs reminding you to do so.
Turn off your radio before boarding an aircraft. Any use of the radio must comply with airline regulations or crew instructions.
Turn off radio before entering blasting area.
For vehicles with airbags: Do not place Baofeng UV-5R radios in the deployment area of ​​airbags or directly on airbags.
Do not expose the radio to direct sunlight, do not leave it near a heat source.
When transmitting with the radio, keep it vertically, 3-4 cm away from your face. Keep the antenna at least 4 cm away from your body.

2. FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS

Dual-band portable receiver-transmitter (transceiver) with LCD screen
Signal support
High capacity Li-Ion battery
receiver (65 MHz - 108 MHz)
Supports 105 subtones "" and 50 subtones "" user configurable
Function
Alarm function
128 memory locations
Broadband / narrowband modulation
Adjusting transmitter power
Programmable display backlight color and turn-on time
Keyboard beep function
Simultaneous reception of two different frequencies
Selectable frequency step: 2.5 / 5 / 6.25 / 10 / 12.5 / 25/50 kHz
OFFSET function (frequency offset for working with repeaters)
Battery save function (SAVE)
Transmission time limit, configurable (TOT function)
Three modes
Function "BCLO" (Busy Channel Lockout) (prohibition of transmission if there is already a transmission on this frequency)
Built-in CTCSS / DCS subtone scan function
Built-in LED flashlight
Radio programming via a special cable
Configurable squelch threshold (0 to 9)
Simultaneous reception on different bands
End of transmission tone
Keypad lock

3. UNPACKING AND CHECKING COMPLETENESS

Unpack the transceiver carefully. Be sure to check the availability of all the necessary components, if there are any discrepancies, please notify the seller immediately.

From left to right are shown:
1. Radio station
2. Charging adapter "glass"
3. Battery
4. AC adapter for the charging cup
5. Antenna
6. Belt clip
7. Wrist strap
8. Instruction in Russian

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4. ADDITIONAL COMPONENTS (PURCHASED SEPARATELY)

1. Automotive Charger
2. Tangent
3. Programming cable
4. Headset: earphone with microphone and transmission button

5. INITIAL ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTION

5.1. ANTENNA INSTALLATION

To install the antenna, carefully screw it on the thread, turning it clockwise until it stops.

Important! Hold the antenna at the base, not the tip.

Important! If using an external antenna, make sure that its parameter is approximately equal to or less than 1.5: 1, otherwise the transmitter output stage in the transceiver may burn out.

Important! Do not hold the antenna with your hand during transmission, as this reduces the quality and level of the signal.

Important! Never (!) Switch on transmission without an antenna, otherwise the output stage of the transmitter may burn out in the transceiver.

5.2. BELT CLIP INSTALLATION

If necessary, attach the belt clip to the back of the case using the two supplied screws as shown in the image.

Important! Do not use glue to secure the mounting screws. The solvents in the adhesive can damage the battery case.

5.3. CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL HEADSET

Connect an external headset to the "SP & MIC" jack of the device. When connecting, insert the plug perpendicular to the body of the Baofeng UV-5R radio, excluding distortions. Do not initiate transmission while attaching the headset.

5.4. INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY BATTERY

When installing the battery, make sure it is parallel to the aluminum chassis of the chassis. The bottom of the battery should be 1–2 cm below the bottom edge of the radio's crop.

Align the grooves in the battery with the guides on the case and slide the battery up until it clicks.

Be sure to turn off the device before removing the battery.

Press down on the battery latch (PUSH), slide it down 1 to 2 cm, then detach it from the case.

6. CHARGING THE BATTERY BATTERY Baofeng UV-5R

Charging status Display color Standby (no load) Red flashing, green on Charging Red on steadily Fully charged Green on steadily Error Red flashing, green on

Please observe the following charging procedure:

1. Connect network adapter into an AC outlet.
2. Connect the AC adapter to the charging glass.
3. Place the device with the battery or the battery separately in the charging cup.
4. Make sure the battery contacts are firmly in contact with the metal contacts on the charger. The red LED should light up.
5. After about 4.5 hours the green LED will light up. This means the battery is fully charged. Remove the battery from the charging cup.

7. BATTERY INFORMATION

7.1. FIRST USE

New batteries are fully discharged from the factory. The battery must be charged for 5 hours before first use. The maximum battery capacity is reached after three full charge / full discharge cycles. If you notice that the battery power has dropped, recharge it.

A warning! To reduce the risk of injury, charge only the batteries specified by the manufacturer. Other batteries may explode and cause injury or property damage. Do not dispose of the battery in fire. Dispose of the battery according to the laws and regulations in your country. Do not dispose of the battery with household waste. NEVER try to disassemble the battery.

1. Charge and store the battery at temperatures between 5 C and 40 C degrees. If the temperature is violated, the battery may leak or be damaged.
2. Turn off the radio while charging to ensure that the battery is fully charged.
3. Do not unplug the AC adapter or remove the battery from the charging cup while charging.
4. Never charge the battery if it contains traces of moisture. Wipe it with a soft dry cloth before charging.
5. Batteries have a limited lifespan. When the operating time of the radio is noticeably shorter than normal, the battery should be replaced with a new one.

7.3. BATTERY LIFE EXTENSION

1. Battery performance is significantly reduced at temperatures below 0C (zero) degrees. A spare battery may be required in cold weather. If the battery does not work in cold conditions, it will still work at room temperature, so take your time to charge it.

2. Dirty and oxidized battery contacts can cause malfunction or charging. Wipe the terminals with a dry soft cloth before attaching the battery.

7.4. STORING THE BATTERY

Fully charge the battery before long-term storage to avoid over-discharge damage to the battery.
Recharge the battery every 6 months during storage to avoid over-discharge.
Store your battery in a cool dry place at room temperature to reduce self-discharge.

8. PARTS AND CONTROLS Baofeng UV-5R

8.1. GENERAL VIEW OF THE RADIO STATION

1. Antenna
2. Flashlight
3. Knob (On / Off, Volume)
4. LCD screen
5. CALL button (radio, ALARM)
6. MONI button (flashlight, broadcast monitor (temporary shutdown))
7. PTT (transmit) button
8. VFO / MR (channels / frequencies) button
9. LED indicator
10. Lanyard loop on the wrist
11. External headset connector
12.A / B (selectable upper / lower receiver)
13. BAND (selection)
14. Keyboard
15. Speaker / microphone
16. Battery
17. Battery contacts
18. Battery latch

8.2. PURPOSE OF CONTROL KEYS

(PUSH-TO-TALK)

Press and hold the key to transmit, release to receive.

Press the key to turn on the FM radio mode. Press again to turn off FM radio.

Press and hold the key to activate the ALARM function. Press and hold the key again to turn off the ALARM function.

Press the key to turn on the flashlight. Press again - the flashlight will start blinking evenly (not in all versions of the device). Press again - the flashlight will turn off.

Press and hold the key to disable the automatic squelch to listen in on the frequency.

Pressing the key switches the operating mode of the radio station: channel / frequency.

Press the key to select the active receiver (upper [A] or lower [B] on the screen).

Press the key to change the frequency range. In mode, the range switches between and.

Pressing this key at the time of transmission emits a ringing tone of 1750 Hz on the air (for working with radio amateur repeaters).

Press once to turn on / off the Reverse function. Holding it for 2 seconds starts scanning. Pressing the key in FM radio mode starts searching for an FM station. Pressing the key in the CTCSS / DCS subtone selection menu starts the subtone scan.

Pressing the key switches the transmitter power: high / low. Holding for 2 sec enables / disables keypad lock.

The key is used to enter the menu, to enter the mode of selecting the values ​​of a certain menu parameter, as well as to confirm the parameter change.

[▲] and [▼]

Frequency mode:
A single press changes the frequency of the active receiver up or down in a given step (see the STEP menu setting).
Holding down the key changes the frequency of the active channel with the specified step continuously until the key is released.

Channel mode:
Turns on the next / previous memory location with the stored channel.

Menu mode:
Move to next / previous setting.
Changes the current setting to the next / previous value.

[DIGITAL KEYBOARD]

Frequency mode:
Used to manually enter the desired frequency of the selected channel.

Channel mode:
Used to enter the number of the memory location with the stored channel.

Menu mode:
Used to enter the order number of the option. It is also possible to set non-standard frequencies by changing the corresponding settings.

9.LCD SCREEN

The image shows all segments of the LCD screen. Each segment will light up when a specific function is activated.

188 - Current channel, or frequency, or name

75/25 - Substep frequency, if you set a step of 6.25 kHz

ST- The "CTCSS" mode is activated

DCS- "DCS" mode activated

+/- - Direction of frequency shift when working through a repeater

S- Dual channel monitoring function activated

R- Frequency reverse enabled

N- Selected "narrow" band

Battery level

Keypad lock enabled

L- Work at reduced power

[▲] [▼] - Indicator of the selected receiver (top [A] / bottom [B])

145.125 - The main display, the frequency is displayed, the name of the menu item, the value of the menu setting

Signal strength

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DTMF- On-air transmission of service signals is on

There are two main displays on the screen. Each display corresponds to its receiver: upper [A] or lower [B]. This allows each receiver to set a separate frequency and quickly switch between them using the button. Also, each receiver can have its own settings for the frequency switching step, transmitter power, offset of the transmission frequency from the receive frequency, etc.

10. WORK WITH THE RADIO STATION

10.1. ON / OFF, VOLUME ADJUSTMENT

Make sure the antenna and battery are installed correctly and the battery is charged. Turn the control knob (3) clockwise to turn on the radio. Rotate the knob clockwise to increase the volume and counterclockwise to decrease the volume.

10.2. SELECTING FREQUENCY OR MEMORY BOX

Keys [▲] and [▼] are used to change the frequency sequentially in a given step or to select the next / previous memory location. Also, in frequency mode, the frequency can be entered manually using the numeric keypad.
If the entered value is incorrect, the channel will remain on the same frequency.
If the entered frequency does not coincide with the frequency that should be at the specified step (menu, option no. 1 STEP), then the frequency in the channel will be set, with the specified step closest to the manually entered one. For example. The step is set to 6.25 kHz. You enter the frequency 446.005 MHz. The channel will automatically set the frequency to 446.00625 MHz, because at this step (6.25 kHz) 446.000 MHz and 446.00625 MHz are correct.
If the entered frequency is correct and is in a different range from the current one, the range will automatically switch.

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10.3. RECEIPT / TRANSMISSION

Turn on the radio, adjust the volume (see item 11.1). Activate the upper or lower receiver (button), select the required value of the frequency at which the communication session will take place (see item 11.2).
For transmission voice message on air, press and hold the button for the duration of the message. When the message ends, release the button. Listen to the answer.
When transmitting, the indicator (9) glows red, when receiving - green, in the absence of a signal, the indicator does not light.

10.4. RADIO OPERATING MODES

There are two main operating modes in the Baofeng UV-5R radio station: 1) Channel, 2) Frequency. Switching modes is carried out by the button .
In channel mode, frequencies previously stored in the device's memory are used for transmission / reception. The main digital field displays the frequency / number / channel name (depending on the menu setting # 21,22), and on the right, in lower digits, the number of the selected memory location is displayed. Together with the channel frequency, such settings are saved as: CTCSS or DCS subtones for transmission and reception, transmitter power, modulation, frequency shift (for working with a repeater). The device has 127 memory cells in total. Keys [▲] and [▼] v this mode include the next / previous memory cell.
In frequency mode, the transmit / receive frequency is set manually either by numeric keys on the keyboard, or by repeatedly pressing the keys [▲] and [▼] before reaching desired value... In this case, the frequency changes to the value set in the menu item # 1 (STEP). The current frequency value is displayed in the main field on the screen.

11. DESCRIPTION OF BUILT-IN FUNCTIONS

11.1. SQUELCH (SQL MENU)

Mutes the speaker when there is no signal on the frequency. With a properly set squelch threshold, you will only hear useful signals, and this will significantly reduce power consumption. Recommended level 5.

11.2. VOX FUNCTION

When enabled, you do not need to press the PTT button to transmit. Transmission will be automatically activated as soon as the microphone "hears" a voice. When the voice disappears, the transmission will automatically stop and the device will switch to reception. Using the VOX menu, you can set the threshold level of the voice volume at which the transmission will be activated.

11.3. REVERSE FUNCTION

When using frequency spacing (menu, options nos. 25,26), it is possible to quickly swap the receiving frequency and transmitting frequency by activating the function Reverse... Press the key [* SCAN], appears on the screen R.

11.4. ALARM FUNCTION

Allows you to broadcast special distress tones.

11.5. TONE 1750 HZ FOR ACCESS TO REPEATERS

For long-distance communication, amateur repeaters are used, which are activated after receiving a 1750 Hz signal-tone. Press and hold the button , then press the button to broadcast a tone of 1750 Hz.

12. MENU, DESCRIPTION OF SETTINGS

12.1. OPERATION WITH THE MENU

The radio station's menu contains 40 different items that are responsible for setting the modes of its operation.

1. Press the key to activate the settings menu.
2. Navigate to the required menu item using the keys [▲] and [▼]
3. Press the key again to change the selected option.
4. Select the required option value using the keys [▲] and [▼]
5. Save the setting by pressing the key

Please note: In some regions, there may be restrictions on the use of some frequencies! Check your local laws carefully. If necessary, register the transceiver (radio station) in accordance with the established procedure!
The manufacturer and the seller are not responsible for the use of the radio station by the buyer for other purposes or in violation of the established norms!

Good day, citizens! So, finally, my hands reached the writing of this post.
I will say right away that I have been using this radio transceiver for more than a year, and quite recently I received new ones, ordered by my good friend, transceivers of the same brand and series. Therefore, it turned out to make some comparison of the old (one of the first) and new versions of the transceiver.

I'll start the review with what kind of device it is.
Standard equipment includes a transceiver, battery, strap, antenna, belt clip, charging cup, power supply.

Baofeng UV-B5 is a dual-band transceiver from a Chinese company. With quite standard characteristics for this type of transceiver:

Frequency range: 136.00-174.00 MHz 400.00- 470.00MHz
Memory Channels: 99
Frequency step: 2.5 / 5 / 6.25 / 10 / 12.5 / 20 / 25KHz
Output power: 5W
Battery capacity: 2000 mAh
Dimensions: 116x58x 36 mm (Excluded Antenna)

Let's move on to the exterior. in all photos the old version is on the left, the new one is on the right.

The body is made very well, made of high quality plastic. After a year of operation in airsoft conditions, backlash and creaks were not noticed in the panels. There were also several cases of falling into the rain, which did not affect the operation of the device in any way.
The side buttons are moderately hard, there are small anti-slip inserts on the sides.

The plug for audio connectors on the right side is well made, the connectors themselves look good after at least a year of "violence".

The strap attachment is a plastic "loop" in the antenna area. There is a hole on the belt clip, most likely for a strap, but I use it to hang the radio on hooks, nails and other devices. In general, it is comfortable in the hand.

The red stripe on the volume control knob was only on old versions of the transceiver, and on the new one there is a black plug (who knows why this change happened).

After turning on the radio, we hear a welcoming "Welcome!" Unfortunately in old version On these transceivers, the cheer does not turn off, and the backlight glows a dull blue-green tint. By the way, one interesting nuance was noticed during the operation: when the radio is discharged, it publishes a greeting “Welcome” and is cut off. Personally, I use this as a kind of low battery indicator.

The battery is a different story. This transceiver is equipped with a 2000 flywheel Li-Po battery.

After one of the batteries decided to die, I performed an autopsy. Inside, an assembly of two batteries was found connected in series through a protection board against short-circuit and overcharging / overdischarging (which, as it later turned out, also burned out). After several cycles on the "smart charge", it turned out that the total capacity of this assembly is only 1000 mAh, which is two times lower than the declared one. On newer versions of the transceiver, the story is the same. When treating a "dead" battery, it turned out that without a protection board, the radio works an hour longer on average without harming the battery cells.
Tell him especially about the charging glass, except in new version the rectifier is placed in a separate power supply unit that is connected to the glass through a standard power connector. Perhaps this was done in order to be able to connect the glass to the car's cigarette lighter and charge the radio.

By the way, in old charging cups, a battery overcharge protection module is built into the board, so the absence of a protection board in the battery is not required, although it can be purchased on the same Aliexpress for 4 evergreen dollars. By the way, the glass has an undocumented feature: if you put a switched off radio in a disconnected glass, the glass will shine with a green LED all night long, dropping the battery.
The communication range was checked different ways... In the city it is about one and a half kilometers, in the field about 9 km. In the car, the distance is about 2-3 km, but you can increase it by installing the antenna on the roof, or by sticking it out the window when driving.
All in all, the transceiver is excellent. It collects minimum noise, excellent range, strong body. Of the changes for the year, only worn-out buttons can be noted, however, they are freely sold in 409shop.

PS: We read the title of the topic gentlemen ... this is not a comparison of 5R and B5, but a brief overview on B5 and a comparison of a one-year-old radie with a new one. The price is for 1 piece for the current day. I bought it as a share, and with a $ 5 coupon it was even cheaper =)

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Sobsno, I wanted to create a topic for discussing this subject. Below is a translation of the station overview from PD0AC / RA1QCW

When I first saw Baofeng UV-B5I was a little more interested than usual. Liked appearance, nothing superfluous, the presence of a knob. I could never get used to switching frequencies and channels with buttons, the presence of a knob suggested a solution to this issue. There is a similar radio station - Baofeng UV-B6. Technically they are identical, but the latter has a flashlight, although there is no panic button (is it necessary?) And a knob. It's up to you to choose.
Otherwise, I did not expect anything special from Baofeng UV-B5 and UV-B6: not ideal, but for their money, with their pros and cons, they are quite usable. One of the downsides is the use of a DSP and RDA chip. RDA chips are considered new technology... They are cheap. But the implementation is far from perfect. Most radios lacked a proper RF path and generated a lot of interference. Wouxun KG-UVD1P and Quansheng TG-UV2 are familiar exceptions, but the price is also not the lowest. Get what you pay for.
Something has changed. When I turned on the Baofeng UV-B5, it became clear that the Chinese engineers heard our calls and changed the RF path. First of all, the signal from our local repeater was not lost while I was moving around the house, Wouxun and Quansheng were unable to do this. Only my expensive monobands Yaesu VX-177 and IC-U82 are capable of this. Secondly, the signal was not lost outside the house. This is not something I can take for granted. For many reasons my QTH is known for having intermods. Many radio stations are immediately overloaded, which does not allow receiving a signal 70 centimeters lower than 9 + 20 S-meter.

Inspection and impressions.
If we compare the square UV-5R with UV-B5, the latter is more rounded and fits better in the hand. It is similar to the Baofeng BF-666S / 777S / 888S series, although they have design features. Same size, same battery shape and same belt clip. But the batteries are not interchangeable, there is also a small problem with the belt clip - screws of different lengths are used to fasten them.
On the left we will find three keys, but only two of them are functional: PTT and monitor. When both of these keys are pressed, a 1750Hz tone is transmitted. The third key on the UV-B5 is not used. On the UV-B6, it controls an LED flashlight. Baofeng could have used this key to turn on the backlight, but they didn't. It's a pity. On the right is a compatible Kenwood connector for connecting a speaker / microphone or programming cable. Software UV-B5 and UV-B6 work fine out of the box, but it's worth pressing the red button to change the language from Chinese to English.
Above is a knob that is used to switch between frequencies, channels, menus and basic parameters. The on / off switch and volume control is on the right. When the volume is turned down to the minimum, you can still hear the beep, but you need to hold the speaker to your ear to hear.
The native antenna (SMA-Female) is quite solid and well made. When replaced with a Nagoya NA-701 antenna, the difference is not felt. There is no need to buy a replacement for your own antenna.

Battery.
The batteries indicate a capacity of 2000mAh, but I have no way to check these figures. As usual with Li-Ion batteries, you must discharge and charge at least three times in a row to achieve maximum power. The battery can then be charged at any time. A smart charger is included. When the battery is completely discharged, the charging time is 5 hours.

Memory
Baofeng UV-B5 has 99 frequency recording cells. Plus 16 more channels for FM broadcast stations. You can overwrite memory locations without having to delete them first.

Instructions
The manuals that come with Baofeng have a reputation for being unfinished and impossible to understand. But in fact, everything is pretty decent: all the features, menus and parameters are described in detail. No funny Sino-English translations, just minor grammar problems. The manual is not without errors, some things are repeated twice on one page. And according to the instructions, you must hold the Monitor button to change the volume, although this is not the case.

UV-B5 control and programming
In VFO mode, you simply enter the frequencies you want. Unlike Baofeng UV-5R there is no round-off error when the input frequency does not end in 0 or 5. This happens in UV-5R when step 12.5 or 6.25 is set. In UV-B5, the frequency is predicted correctly without having to enter the last digit.
Unlike many other radios, the UV-B5 can be programmed without connecting to a computer, including adding a channel description and setting ANI codes. But all the same, the description cannot be more than 5 characters. Due to the fact that many callsigns have six digits, this is not very convenient. Programming via a computer is not difficult and is done in the old way.

Transmitter
Power Output: Nothing fancy, you can switch between High and Low modes. The measurements were taken with a fully charged battery at 145MHz and 435MHz, respectively.

Power Output VHF:
High: 4.0 Watts
Low: 1.8 Watts

Power Output UHF:
High: 2.9 Watts
Low: 1.7 Watts
This is less than stated, as in UV-5R but quite normal.
Transmitter: Excellent reports. The modulation is loud, bright and distortion-free.

Spectral analysis:
Looks good, 2nd order harmonic suppression -59dBm at VHF, -53dBm at UHF.