what is the firmware for this model and is it the latest firmware?
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I just received my Baofeng UV5R+ today and it has firmware BFB 297. A good friend programmed it with all our area Emergency frequencies used by both the Search & Rescue as well as our Emergency Radio Communication group for our Whatcom County volunteer personnel; he uses the very reliable RT Systems programming with its' accompanying radio specific programming cable. I got an excellent quality mike for it from my favorite supplier (located in Portland, OR); the mike cost more than the little transceiver, lol. But it was worth the expense because the little Kenwood mike has a great volume control on it. I just received my Baofeng UV5R+ today and it has firmware BFB 297. A good friend programmed it with all our area Emergency frequencies used by both the Search & Rescue as well as our Emergency Radio Communication group for our Whatcom County volunteer personnel; he uses the very reliable RT Systems programming with its' accompanying radio specific programming cable. I got an excellent quality mike for it from my favorite supplier (located in Portland, OR); the mike cost more than the little transceiver, lol. But it was worth the expense because the little Kenwood mike has a great volume... » Read More I just received my Baofeng UV5R+ today and it has firmware BFB 297. A good friend programmed it with all our area Emergency frequencies used by both the Search & Rescue as well as our Emergency Radio Communication group for our Whatcom County volunteer personnel; he uses the very reliable RT Systems programming with its' accompanying radio specific programming cable. I got an excellent quality mike for it from my favorite supplier (located in Portland, OR); the mike cost more than the little transceiver, lol. But it was worth the expense because the little Kenwood mike has a great volume control on it. « Show Less
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Actually very good question. I got two radios, one UV-5R+ and one UV-5R. The UV-5R+ is version BFB293; the UV-5R is version BFB295. Seems like the older radio as the latest firmware... To check the firmware on your radio: turn it off; press 3 and hold while turning it on. Wait 2 seconds and you will see the radio firmware as BFB***.
596586
My radio's firmware is BFB 293. to my knowledge it is the latest firmware, although as with any firmware, there may be a newer one out or on it's way. Kelley
596587
Sorry I took so long. The firmware number on my unit is FBF293, and I don't know if it is the latest version.
596588
My UV-5R+ (purchased Dec 2012) is BFB293. I've seen discussion of firmware through BFB297, although I'm not sure if that is for the 5R+, the 5R, or what. I've also heard that others that have purchased since I have have received radios with older firmware, so I don't know that you will get the most, or even more recent firmware.
596589
all info for Baofeng uv-5R+ plus and software chirpw. http://uv3r.com/uv5r.html
596590
Actually very good question. I got two radios, one UV-5R+ and one UV-5R. The UV-5R+ is version BFB293; the UV-5R is version BFB295. Seems like the older radio as the latest firmware...To check the firmware on your radio: turn it off; press 3 and hold while turning it on. Wait 2 seconds and you will see the radio firmware as BFB***.
276483
It does not have a specific firmware loaded, you have to use the loader module and download the firmware from their website
2276032
nonsense, what firmware version has to do with a battery replacement kit? mine is working very well with the latest version...
253751
How many newer models are there than this one. I am confused as to which is the newest?
570308
Update? Sorry, the original firmware is about the only one you are ever going to see. Don't expect much from this manufacturer.
2174703
Ask if it is version 2, label on bottom, it looks like it. You can also download and upgrade the firmware to version 2 if it is version 1. I had determined interference with mine and it still worked good for years. then the interference became too strong on g and n, so I went newer.
1246539
I don't know about firmware updates, but this is an awesome device. I've had mine nearly a year without any problems whatsoever. The recorder is a great device with crystal clear images. It records everything in the direction it is pointed in. I am very pleased with this purchase.
778671
You should be able to find the firmware on the Internet if you type in the name of the product. I'm not certain though! Sorry.
750890
I have not tried updating the firmware recently and can't remember if I had after purchasing the drive and installing it.
1808848
Not quite sure what you are asking. Is this the latest model. I believe so. You can also update via your computer using USB cable it comes with.
1082556
I don't know if there is firmware update available. I am using it as a repeater so I can use the lan port for a desktop computer without wireless.
551831
This was my biggest beef. For such an expensive item and in todays world we should be able to get firmware updates. I am not aware of any way to update the firmware. I hope someone can prove me wrong. I do own it despite my concern.
425484
Thanks for the info. Guess i have to wait for the newer firmware version. Since I purchase on Amazon, i assume i would have to work it through Samsung if i bricked it. P.S. Funny enough, when I first received the unit, i tried to do a firware upgrade and it said that none were available. It should have been, so maybe i was lucky it didn't work.
792444
I use the model pictured and have no issues. Owned it for a few months,...used daily at least 4 hours to10 hours per session. Any issues it may have had out the box I never dealt with. I upgrade the firmware upon receipt of the product.
904592
I don't know, but is possible because the unit is Excellent. And is possible update the firmware.
1246540
Don't know about any firmware updates as mine has been working just fine for 4 months. It was not easy to understand the menu structure at first as there are 2 modes for the menu that offer different settings. It does excellent video quality although the sound is weak. This is a good buy for the money.
894823
Hi Jose, This unit has a firmware update. You can update it via internet or you can also download the update to a USB drive and plug it in this system to update. -Anthony