Analog UHF/VHF Two Way Radio Operating Manual Draft version
PREFACE Thank you for purchasing UV-5R Pro Two Way Radio, which is a dual band/dual display radio/dual watch. This easy-to-use radio will deliver you secure, instant and reliable communications at peak efficiency. Please read this manual carefully before use. The information presented herein will help you to derive maximum performance from your radio. This manual is applicable to the following product: UV-5R Pro, UV-5RX, UV-5RS, UV-5RA,UV-5R Plus,G5R and TR-818 Two Way Radios.
Table of Contents 1. GETTING STARTED 1.1 Regulations and Safety Warnings 1.2 Main features 1.3 Content of the packaging 2. BATTERY INFORMATION 2.1 Charging the Battery Pack 2.2 Charger Supplied 2.3 Use Caution with the Li-ion Battery 2.4 How to Charge 2.5 LED Indicator 2.6 How to Store the Battery 3. INSTALLATION OF ACCESSORIES 3.1 Installing / Removing the Antenna 3.2 Installing the belt clip 3.3 Installing the battery pack 3.4 Additional Speaker/Microphone (Optional) 4. RADIO OVERVIEW 4.
5.5 Frequency (VFO) mode 5.6 Channel (MR) mode 6. ADVANCED FEATURES 6.1 Frequency scanning 6.2 Channel scanning 6.3 Search CTCSS/DCS Code 6.4 Cursor▼▲Conversion (A/B) 6.5 High/low power fast selection 6.6 Keypad lock 6.7 FM Radio (FM) 6.8 Flashlight 6.9 1000Hz, 1450Hz, 1750Hz Tone-burst 6.10 Manual Programming (Channels Memory) 6.11 Repeaters Programming 7. WORKING THE MENU SYSTEM 7.1 Basic use 7.2 Using short-cuts 7.3 Functions and operations 8. ON-LINE SERVICE AND SUPPORT Appendix A.
1. GETTING STARTED 1.1 Regulations and Safety Warnings This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Important: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this device.
RF Exposure Information WARNING! Read this information before using the radio. In August 1996 the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the United States with its action in Report and Order FCC 96-326 adopted an updated safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated transmitters. Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standard previously set by both U.S. and international standards bodies.
Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields-RF and Microwave. The information listed above provides the user with the information needed to make him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to as-sure that this radio operates with the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio. Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility During transmissions, Our radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or systems.
could impair call quality, damage the radio, or result in violation of FCC regulations. Do not use the radio with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with the skin, a minor burn may result. Please contact your local dealer for a replacement antenna. Hand-held Operation (Held-to-Face) This device was evaluated for typical hand-held (held-to- face) operations with a 2 inch spacing from the front of the radio.
■Precautions for Portable Terminals Operating Prohibitions To protect you against any property loss, bodily injury or even death, be sure to observe the following safety instructions: 1. Do not operate the product in a location containing fuels, chemicals, explosive atmospheres and other flammable or explosive materials. In such location, only an approved Ex-protection model is allowed for use, but any attempt to assemble or disassemble it is strictly prohibited. 2.
To protect you against any property loss, bodily injury or even death, be sure to observe the following safety instructions: 1. Do not charge or replace your battery in a location containing fuels, chemicals, explosive atmospheres and other flammable or explosive materials. 2. Do not charge your battery that is wet. Please dry it with a soft and clean cloth prior to charge. 3. Do not charge your battery suffering deformation, leakage and overheat. 4. Do not charge your battery with an unauthorized charger.
Contact your hauler for the local regulations and further information. 1.
1.3 Content of the packaging • 1 UV-5R Pro transceiver • 1 Fast desktop charger • 1 Antenna If any item is missing, please verify with your dealer. •1 •1 •1 Li-Ion battery pack 1800mAh 7.4V Wall adaptor Belt clip 2. BATTERY INFORMATION 2.1 Charging the Battery Pack The Li-ion battery pack is not charged at the factory; please charge it before use.
range may not fully charge the battery. c. Please turn off the radio before inserting it into the charger. It may otherwise interfere with correct charging. d. To avoid interfering with the charging cycle, please do not cut off the power or remove the battery during charging until the green light is on. e. Do not recharge the battery pack if it is fully charged. This may shorten the life of the battery pack or damage the battery pack. f. Do not charge the battery or the radio if it is damp.
2.5 LED Indicator STATUS LED No Battery Green and red alternately flashing Charge Normally Red Fully Charged Green Trouble Red blinks fast for a long time NOTE：Trouble means battery too warm, battery short-circuited or charger short-circuited. 2.6 How to Store the Battery a. If the battery needs to be stored, keep it in status of 80% discharged. b. It should be kept in low temperature and dry environment. c. Keep it away from hot places and direct sunlight. » Do not short circuit the battery terminals.
3. INSTALLATION OF ACCESSORIES Before the radio is ready for use we need to attach the antenna and battery pack, as well as charge the battery. 3.1 Installing/ Removing the Antenna a. Installing the Antenna: Screw the antenna into the connector on the top of the transceiver by holding the antenna at its base and turning it clockwise until secure. b. Removing the Antenna: Turn the antenna counter-clockwise to remove it. 3.2 Installing the belt clip a.
b. Removing the Belt Clip: Unscrew counter-clockwise to remove the belt clip. 3.3 Installing the battery pack Before attaching or removing the battery make sure your radio is turned off by turning the power/volume knob all the way counter-clockwise. a. Make sure the battery is aligned in parallel with the radio body with the lower edge of the battery about 1-2cm below the edge of the radio. b. Once aligned with the guide-rails, slide the battery upward until you hear a click as the battery locks in place.
Remove the battery pack To remove the battery, press the battery release above the battery pack, as you slide the battery downward. 3.4 Installing the Additional Speaker/Microphone (Optional) Pry open the rubber MIC-Headset jack cover and then insert the Speaker / Microphone plug into the double jack.
4. RADIO OVERVIEW 4.
1. Antenna 2. Flashlight 3. Power / Switch / Volume control: Rotate to switch on/off the radio and adjust the volume 4. LCD display 5. Speaker 6. Microphone 7. Alphanumerical keypad 8. ▲/▼ keys: to select the functions/menu 9. EXIT: Push it to exit the menu and functions 10. *SCAN: Reverse frequency/SCAN. Press to activate the Reverse frequency; keep it pressed to activate the SCAN function 11. 0 / SQL: quick selection of the squelch setting 12. # : Keypad lock. Long pressure: the keypad will be locked. 13.
4.2 Main controls and parts of the radio LCD Display 1. These symbols show that you set a DCS or CTCSS code in tx or rx. In tx mode it appears while you are transmitting, while in rx mode it is shown also in stand-by condition. 2. Received signal strength. 4. This letter is displayed when the Dual Watch function is active. 5. VOX function enabled. 6. Appears when a positive shift is activated. 7. Appears when a negative shift is enabled. 8. Reverse frequency 9. Narrow bandwidth: N = narrow.
15. Indicates the VFO in use and the current menu or function setting. This icon is displayed close to the band in use or to the menu settings. Battery Level Indicator When the battery level indicator reads the battery is depleted. At this point the radio will start beeping periodically as well as flash the backlight of the display and when voice prompts are enabled, a "Low Voltage" announcement will be heard, indicating that you need to change your battery or put your radio in the charger. 4.
becomes the active listening and transmit frequency or channel. To save frequencies to channel memory you must be on the A display. When listening to broadcast FM, the broadcast FM is 88-108 MHz band. • [MENU] key: it is used for activating the MENU, choose each MENU selection and confirm the parameter. • [▲] key: Press it for more than 2 seconds, the channel and frequency will move upwards rapidly; in SCAN mode, press this control to move the scanning upwards.
The Baofeng UV5R PRO features a battery voltage meter that the current voltage of the battery on the display. To see the voltage displayed, press and hold the [0SQL] key for about two seconds. •# key If you press this button for more than 2 seconds you will lock/unlock the keypad. 5. BASIC OPERATIONS 5.1 Power on the radio To turn the unit on, simply rotate the volume/power knob clockwise until you hear a "click".
press the [PTT] key, a call to the current channel. Speak into the microphone with normal tone. Initiate a call, the red LED is on. • Receive a call: When you release the [PTT] key, you can answer it without any action. When receiving a call, the green LED is on. NOTE: To ensure the best reception volume, keep the distance between the microphone and the mouth at the time of transmission from 2.5 cm to 5 cm. 5.
Just because you can program in a channel does not mean you're automatically authorized to use that frequency. Transmitting on frequencies you're not authorized to operate on is illegal, and in most jurisdictions a serious offence. If you get caught transmitting without a license you can and will get fined, and in worst case sent to jail. However, it is legal in most jurisdictions to listen. Contact your local regulatory body for further information on what laws, rules and regulations apply to your area.
set. b. You can change the scanning direction with the ▲and ▼ keys. c. Press any key to stop scanning. Note: for Scan mode, see Menu No.18. 6.3 Search CTCSS/DCS Code With this function you can search and store the CTCSS/DCS code used by other radios. Procedure: a. In frequency mode press [MENU]+[1][1]. b. Press [MENU] key again. c. Press [*scan] key; CT will blink on the display. d. When another radio is transmitting, the display will show the CTCSS/DCS code. e.
▼ is displayed next to the channel. 6.5 High/low power fast selection In channel mode, press [# ] key to shift between high and low power. 6.6 Keypad lock This function locks the keypad to prevent accidental pressure of the controls. To unlock the keypad, press [# ] for more than 2 seconds. 6.7 FM Radio (FM) The frequency range to listen to the radio is 88-108MHz. When listening to broadcast FM a. In frequency or channel mode, Press [CALL] to turn on the radio. b.
To send out a tone-burst; you simultaneously will press a key while holding down the PTT. No further configuration required using this feature. The following configurations will transmit accordingly: • [PTT] + [CALL] = Transmits 1000Hz Tone Burst • [PTT] + [VFO/MR] = Transmits 1450Hz Tone Burst • [PTT] + [A/B] = Transmits 1750Hz Tone Burst If you have the keypad lock enabled on your radio, you can still send a 1750Hz tone the regular way without having to unlock your radio. 6.
TX = 457.000 MHz (This is a (+ 5) Offset) TX CTCSS tone 123.0 a. Change from Menu to Menu by pressing the [EXIT] key. b. Set radio to VFO Mode by pressing [VFO/MR] Channel number at the right will disappear. c. [MENU] [2][8] [MENU] [1] [0] [MENU] [EXIT] Deletes Prior Data in channel (Ex. 10) d. [MENU] [1][3] [MENU] 123.0 [MENU] [EXIT] Selects desired TX encode tone e. Enter RX frequency (Ex. 452000) f. [MENU] [2][7] [MENU] [1][0] [MENU] Enter the desired channel (Ex 10) -->>[EXIT] RX has been added g.
e. Enter RX frequency (Ex. 456000) f. [MENU] [2][7] [MENU] [1][0] [MENU] Enter the desired channel (Ex 10) -->> [EXIT] Channel has been added g. [VFO/MR] Return to MR Mode. Channel number will re-appear. 6.11 Repeaters Programming The following instructions assume that you know what transmit and receive frequencies your repeater employs, and that you're authorized to use it. a. Set the radio to Frequency (VFO) mode with the [VFO/MR] key. b.
l. Press [EXIT] to exit the menu. If everything went well, you should be able to make a test call through the repeater. NOTE: If you're experiencing problems making a connection to the repeater, check your settings and/or go through the procedure again. Certain Amateur Radio repeaters (especially in Europe) use a 1750Hz tone burst to open up the repeater. To see how this is done with the Baofeng UV5R Pro, see the section called “1750Hz Tone-burst”.
7. WORKING THE MENU SYSTEM For a complete reference on available menu items and parameters, see Appendix C, Shortcut Menu operations. Note: in channel mode, the setting of these features is not possible: CTCSS/ DCS tones, PTT-ID, Busy channel lock out, channel name edit. 7.1 Basic use Using the menu with arrow keys a. Press the [MENU] key to enter the menu. b. Use the [▲] and [▼] keys to navigate between menu items. c. Once you find the desired menu item, press [MENU] again to select that menu item. d.
b. Use the numerical keypad to enter the number of the menu item. c. To enter the menu item, press the [MENU] key. d. For entering the desired parameter you have two options: a). Use the arrow keys as we did in the previous section; or b). Use the numerical keypad to enter the numerical short-cut code. e. And just as in the previous section; a). To confirm your selection, press [MENU] and it will save your setting and bring you back to the main menu. b).
(4) Battery save (SAVE) - MENU No.3 The power save feature enables a reduction in the consumption of the battery when the radio is in standby. You have 5 selections available: OFF / 1:1 / 1:2 / 1:3 / 1:4. For example: 1:1 = 1s’ working and 1s’battery saving. 1:2 = 1s’ working and 2s’ battery saving. (5) VOX Function (VOX) - MENU No.4 This function allows hands-free conversations: just speak in the direction of the microphone and the communication will be automatically activated.
The TOT function is used to prevent a too long transmission and limits the tx time: TOT temporarily stops the transmission if the radio has been used beyond the max pre-set time (for example 15s, 30s, 45s, etc). (11) Receiving DCS (R-DCS) - MENU No.10 DCS codes are similar to access codes and can be added to channels, so as to create a sort of personal channel. They enable the radio to communicate with the users that are tuned on the same channel and have set the same DCS code.
(15) Voice function (VOICE) - MENU No. 14 With this function, you activate a voice that informs you about any operation/ selection you are doing. (16) ANI-ID (ANI-ID) - MENU No.15 With this function you can set your ID-code. It can be programmed by the proper programming software. You can edit up to 5 digits. (17) DTMFST (DTMFST) - MENU No.16 Determines when DTMF Side Tones can be heard from the transceiver speaker. (18) Signal code (S-CODE) - MENU No.17 Selects 1 of 15 DTMF codes.
You can choose amongst 4 possibilities. • OFF: press PTT to turn it off • BOT: the code is sent when you press the PTT • EOT: the code is sent when the PTT is released • BOTH: the code is sent when you press and release the PTT Note: select ‘OFF’ when using in case of affecting the radio. (21) PTT ID delay (PTT-LT) - MENU No.20 In this MENU you can set the delay time (0-30ms) sending the PTT-ID. Note: select ‘0’ in normal using. (22) Channel A Display Mode (MDF-A) - MENU No.
Note: Channel name mode must be set by the programming software. Up to three numbers or characters can be edited. (24) Busy Channel Lock (BCL) - MENU No. 23 When this function is on, it may prevent other radios’ interference. If the selected channel is being used by other radios, when you press key PTT, your radio cannot transmit. Release the PTT and transmit as soon as the frequency is no longer busy. (25) Auto Keypad Lock (AUTOLK) - MENU No.
When the radio is in frequency working mode or standby mode, input the desired frequency or parameters directly. To set a CTCSS tone or a DCS code in tx or rx on the stored channel, refer to paragraphs MENU 10-13 Note: You cannot overwrite a stored channel; you have to delete it first. See following paragraph No.28. (29) Channel Delete (DEL-CH) - MENU No.28 In this menu you can delete a channel of the radio. (30) Standby backlight (WT-LED) - MENU No.
• PURPLE • ORANGE (33) Alarm Mode (AL-MOD) - MENU No.32 This function can set the tone alarm/code alarm/site alarm of the radio. Keep pressed the [CALL] key for 3 seconds to start the alarm tone. The following three options can be selected: • SITE: the speaker emits an alarm tone but the radio doesn’t transmit; • TONE: the speaker emits an alarm tone and the radio transmits it; • CODE: the speaker emits an alarm tone and the radio transmits it followed by ANI-ID code.
452.5875 MHz and 155.550 MHz, but can transmit on 452.5875 MHz only. While if you choose option B, 155.550MHz is the tx frequency band and 452.5875MHz is the rx frequency band. In the upper VFO 452.5875 MHz will be displayed while the lower VFO will show 155.550 MHz; you can receive on both 452.5875 MHz and 155.550 MHz, but transmit on 155.550 MHz only. Example: the LCD displays (36) Side tone elimination (STE) - Menu No.
With this function you have the confirmation that the repeater has transferred the signal. You can choose amongst: OFF 1,2,3,4,5,….10 to set the delay time. (39) Display mode at the turning on (PONMSG) Menu No.38 With this function you can set the display mode when the radio is turned on. Available options: • FULL: full frequency character is displayed. • MSG: UV5R PRO is displayed. (40) Roger beep (ROGER) - Menu No.
Appendix A. – Trouble shooting guide Phenomena Analysis Solution The battery may be installed improperly. Remove and reattach the battery. The battery power may run out. Recharge or replace the battery. You cannot turn on the radio. The battery may suffer from poor contact caused by Clean the battery contacts or replace the dirty or damaged battery contacts. battery. The battery voltage maybe low. Recharge or replace the battery. The volume level may be low. Increase the volume.
Appendix B. - Technical Specifications General Frequency Range Memory Channel Operation Voltage Battery Capacity Frequency Stability Operating Temperature Mode of Operation Antenna Impedance 150-174 & 400-480MHz (Tx) 136-174&400-520MHz (Rx) 128 Groups DC 7.4 V ±10% 1800mAh (Li-Ion) ±2.5ppm -20℃ to +50℃ Simplex 50ohm Transmitter Part RF Output Power FM Modulation Adjacent Channel Power Transmission current ≤2W 11K0F3E@12.5KHz 60dB @ 12.5KHz ≤1500mA Receiver Part Receive Sensitivity 0.
Appendix C. - Shortcut Menu operations MENU No. Name (Full Name) Enter item 0 SQL - Squelch Level MENU+0 0-9 Levels 0:Lowest 9:Highest 1 STEP –Step Frequency MENU+1 2.5K/5.0K/6.25K/10.0K 12.5K/20.0K/25.0K/50.0K LCD display Select able 3 SAVE - Battery Saving MENU+3 OFF: 1:1 2:2 3:3 4:4 4 VOX - VOX MENU+4 OFF, 1-9 OFF: off 1:Highest Sensitivity 9:Highest Sensitivity 6 ABR –Auto Backlight MENU+6 OFF/1,2,3…8，9,10 *Time-out for the LCD backlight.
8 BEEP - Keypad Beep MENU+8 9 TOT- Time-Out-Timer MENU+9 10 R-DCS - Receiver DCS MENU+10 11 R-CTCS - Receiver CTCSS MENU+11 12 T-DCS -Transmitter DCS MENU+12 OFF ON *Allows audible confirmation of a key press. 15,30…600S *This feature provides a safety switch that limits transmission time to a programmed value.
13 T-CTCS - Transmitter CTCSS MENU+13 OFF 67.0HZ…254.1HZ *Transmits a specific and continuous sub audible signal to unlock the squelch of a distant receiver (usually a repeater). 14 VOICE - Voice Reminding MENU+14 OFF CHI ENG *Allows audible voice confirmation of a key press.
19 PTT-ID - PTT-ID MENU+19 OFF: No ID is sent BOT: The selected S-CODE is sent at the beginning EOT: The selected S-CODE is sent at the ending BOTH : The selected S-CODE is sent at the beginning and ending 20 PTT-LT – PTT ID delay MENU+20 0,1,2…,50ms *PTT-ID Delay (milliseconds) 21 MDF-A - Channel A Display Mode MENU+21 FREQ: Displays programmed Frequency CH: Displays the channel number NAME: Displays the channel name *Note: Names must be entered using software.
25 SFT-D – Frequency Offset Direction MENU+25 OFF: TX = RX (simplex) +: TX will be shifted higher in frequency than RX - : TX will be shifted lower in frequency than RX 26 OFFSET -Frequency shift amount MENU+26 00.000…69.
32 AL-MOD - Alarm Mode MENU+32 33 BAND - Band Selection MENU+33 34 TDR-AB - Transmit selection while in Dual Watch mode MENU+34 35 STE - Squelch Tail Elimination MENU+35 36 RP-STE-Squelch Tail Elimination MENU+36 37 RPT-RL - Delay the squelch tail of repeater MENU+37 38 PONMSG-Power On Message MENU+38 39 ROGER - Roger Beep MENU+39 SITE: Sounds alarm through your radio speaker only TONE: Sending alarm tone CODE: Sending alarm code VHF:144-148,UHF:430-450 (Canadian IC standard) VHF:144
stations that the transmission has ended. 40 RESET – Restore defaults MENU+40 VFO: Menu initialization ALL: Menu and channel initialization *Resets the radio to factory defaults, with some exceptions. Disclaimer The Company endeavors to achieve the accuracy and completeness of this manual, but no warranty of accuracy or reliability is given. All the specifications and designs are subject to change without notice due to continuous technological development.
