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I just ordered one too, just because of the hackability. (I will likely never transmit with it, since I already have a radio with a better radio.)
by kps 3y ago
I just ordered one too, just because of the hackability. (I will likely never transmit with it, since I already have a radio with a better radio.)
- transcriptase 3y agoFor you and anyone else, make sure you order a programming cable. The baofeng one works for the UV-K5. And when you go to use it, be aware that you’re going to have to press it into the radio far harder than you think. It will make a loud click the first time, and save you hours of troubleshooting!
- geerlingguy 3y agoHeh, good to know! I guess they're using ports that are just a bit too tight from the factory.
- crote 3y agoBit of a shame it requires a proprietary programming cable via the audio ports. The UV-K5 already has a USB-C port for charging, would've been neat if they just added an internal USB-to-serial chip.
- throwaway81523 3y agoThat same cable works for lots of different radios, so it's not too annoying. You can make one yourself: https://www.miklor.com/COM/UV_Technical.php#progcable https://www.miklor.com/COM/UV_Technical.php#progcable
- MuffinFlavored 3y agoCould you share any ideas on what to do with this radio (receiving or transmitting) given its hackability? It reminds me of having a RaspberryPi or a ESP32/Arduino with nothing to code for?