Baofeng BF-F8TD User Manual

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BaoFeng BF-F8TD Programming Guide
INTRODUCTION
BaoFeng BF-F8TD is a dual-band (VHF, UHF) versatile amateur radio. It offers
128 channels, you can add or remove channels from scanning list and give
channels alphanumeric names via programming with a computer. With the
enhanced capabilities of the F8TD radio, this Programming Guide will help you
get a quick start to program the radio.
*If you have any problem with the BF-F8TD radio using or programming, please
don’t hesitate to contact us via support: walkietalkiesoftware.com. Also visit our
Facebook pages (TIDRADIO) for more help.It’s always our honor to help.
Contents
1. Preparation before Programming.......................................................................2
2. Manufacture Software Programming Process ................................................4
3. Chirp Software Programming Process...............................................................11

Baofeng BF-F8TD Specifications

General

Channel Capacity	128
Display	LCD
Operating Voltage	7.4V
Frequency Stability	±2.5 ppm
Operating Temperature	-20°C to +60°C
Waterproof	No
Frequency Range	136-174 MHz / 400-520 MHz
Antenna Impedance	50 ohms
Channel Spacing	12.5 / 25 kHz
Dimensions	110 x 58 x 32 mm

Summary

Preparation before Programming

Computer System Requirements

Details OS requirements for programming software.

FTDI Programming Cable

Information about the programming cable and driver installation.

Software Download and Installation

Steps to download and install the programming software.

Connecting Walkie Talkie to Computer

Instructions for connecting the radio to the computer via cable.

Port Selection in Device Manager

Guide to identifying the correct COM port using Device Manager.

Manufacture Software Programming Process

Configure Software Settings and Port

Set up software port and confirm with Device Manager.

Read Radio Data and Adjust Parameters

Read data and modify channel parameters like frequency and CTCSS.

Configure Optional Features

Guide to adjusting advanced settings like VOX, Squelch, and display.

Save Modifications to Radio (Manufacture Software)

Write Changes to Radio

Final steps to write changes to the radio and verify settings.

Chirp Software Programming Process

Download Radio Data via CHIRP

Procedure to download configuration from the radio using CHIRP software.

Select Cable Port and Radio Model

Steps to choose the correct driver port and radio model in CHIRP.

Adjust Memory and Settings

Guide to modifying channel memories and general settings in CHIRP.

Upload Settings to Radio

Final steps to upload modified settings back to the radio using CHIRP.