TIDRADIO TD-UV5R - User Manual

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TIDRADIO TD-UV5R (8W) Programming Guide
INTRODUCTION
TIDRADIO TD-UV5R 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 UV5R radio, this Programming Guide will help you
get a quick start to program the radio.
*If you have any problem with the TD-UV5R 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 ................................................5
3. Chirp Software Programming Process...............................................................12

Summary

Introduction to the Programming Guide

Preparation Before Programming

Computer System Requirements

Specifies OS requirements for manufacture and CHIRP software.

FTDI Programming Cable

Details the included FTDI cable and driver installation.

Software Download and Installation

Guides on downloading and installing programming software.

Connecting Walkie Talkie to Computer

Steps for physically connecting the radio to the computer.

Identifying Communication Port

Instructions on finding the correct COM port in Device Manager.

Manufacture Software Programming Process

Setting Communication Port

How to configure the software to use the correct COM port.

Reading Data from Radio

Steps to download current radio settings.

Parameter Adjustment

Explains how to modify channel and radio parameters.

Optional Features Configuration

Details on setting up advanced features like VOX, Squelch, etc.

Chirp Software Programming Process

Downloading from Radio via Chirp

Instructions for initiating radio data download in Chirp.

Selecting Radio Model and Port

How to select the correct radio model and COM port in Chirp.

Memories and Settings Adjustment

Guide to editing channels and configuring settings in Chirp.

Uploading Settings to Radio

Steps to save modified settings back to the radio.

TIDRADIO TD-UV5R Specifications

General

Channel Capacity	128
Display	LCD
Waterproof	No
VFO	Yes
CTCSS/DCS	Yes
FM Radio	Yes
LED Flashlight	Yes
Frequency Range	136-174MHz
Power Output	5W / 1W
Battery	1800mAh Li-ion
Operating Voltage	7.4V
Antenna Impedance	50Ω
Channel Spacing	12.5kHz / 25kHz