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The Baofeng UV-5RM Plus: My Upgrade With Frequency Copy Function |
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Published on : 2025-12-01 14:30 |
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I recently upgraded to the Baofeng 5RM after using the classic |
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UV-5R for almost 2 years, and it's a huge step forward. The UV-5R |
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is still a fantastic radio, but the 5RM adds modern features that |
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make it more convenient and versatile. |
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A photo of my Baofeng UV-5RM |
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What's New & Improved |
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* Color Display - 1.77-inch full-color TFT for easy reading of |
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frequencies, channels, and battery level. |
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* USB-C Charging - Convenient charging with standard USB-C cables. |
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* Frequency Copy Function - Clone channels from any other radio. |
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* Dual-Band Operation - 136–174 MHz (VHF) / 400–520 MHz (UHF), |
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compatible with licensed ham bands. |
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* Dual Watch - Monitor two frequencies simultaneously. |
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* Emergency & LED Functions - Built-in LED flashlight and |
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emergency alarm feature for field use. |
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* Long-Lasting Battery - 2500 mAh Li-ion removable battery |
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providing full-day operation. |
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* FM radio (65.0 MHz - 108.0 MHz) - for those fishing trips when |
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the wish are on vacation |
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* Hands-free kit - included in the box |
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Why I Upgraded |
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The UV-5R is still dependable, but the 5RM adds modern |
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conveniences I wanted: a color screen, USB-C charging, frequency |
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copy, and enhanced features for scanning, memory, and emergency |
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situations. |
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Bonus: Ready-to-Use Channel Backup |
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If you don't want to program everything from scratch, you can |
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also download my Baofeng UV-5RM CHIRP backup, preloaded with all |
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16 PMR channels - just import and go. |
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Download CHIRP |
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💾 Download Baofeng UV-5RM CHIRP backup - 20251128 - with all 16 PMR channels |
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⚠️ For CHIRP programming you will need a programming cable. ⚠️ |
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If you enjoy the UV-5R but want a more modern and versatile |
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handheld or if your looking for your first radio, the Baofeng |
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UV-5RM is an excellent radio. Build quality is also solid, feeling |
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sturdy and durable in hand. You'll want one, I'm sure. Here's an |
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Introduction to HAM radio for everyone |
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- Read about UV-5RM's older/smaller brother |
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Why You Need a Tiny Radio Like the Baofeng UV-5R |
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Back to my phlog |
