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[chirp_users] FT-7900
by djkwasny＠aol.com 24 Jan '17

24 Jan '17

Hi, Chirp has been working flawlessly for about 9 months now. The problem I am suddenly having is I cannot download from the radio. I can upload without any problem. When trying to upload I get an error message saying "can not communicate with radio. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Joe, K5WAS

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[chirp_users] Can't program BF-888s
by Ed Danaher 24 Jan '17

24 Jan '17

I gave up trying to program the Baofeng BF-888s and returned it. I notice Amazon is selling a Baofeng BF-888S Plus which is claimed to be an ”upgrade version” but probably uses the same electronics. The first Amazon review that came up on my browser dated December 28, 2016 stated “It was a breeze to program using CHIRP.” However a search of the chip issues page shows Bug #3651 stating “So basically CHIRP does not support the BF-888s Plus.” It has not been updated in 8 months so I assume that is still the case. Does anyone know if the BF-888s Plus is supported by Chirp on a Mac? Thank you for your responses to my earlier question. Ed KV4MI

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[chirp_users] Boafeng Help
by DonieAllen1971＠Yahoo.com 24 Jan '17

24 Jan '17

I recently purchased a Boafeng UV-5RA. I was able to get the NOAA weather stations programmed for the areas I travel too. But I am having a problem getting the local Emergency Response stations programmed. I have the frequencies but cant seem to pick up the transmissions. I would appreciate any help/advice anyone would be willing to provide to me. Thank you.

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[chirp_users] (no subject)
by djkwasny＠aol.com 24 Jan '17

24 Jan '17

Foxfire with Windows 7 Joe - K5WAS

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[chirp_users] MAC OS Sierra
by Eric Chopin 22 Jan '17

22 Jan '17

I have tried to run CHIRP (old & new ) on my MAC OS Sierra 10.12.2. on a Macbook Pro Retina Intel Core I.5. I disabled the SIP as per instructions in your Mac os tips: (cut & Paste below) but CHIRP still does not run. When I double click on the CHIRP Icon (after unzipping) It flashes like it its about to start but nothing happens. Any offers? 73's Eric Application Security in 10.12+ As of 10.12 (Sierra) the UI for disabling app security was removed. The functionality is still there, but must be enabled from the command line. To whitelist a single application (like an unzipped chirp-daily.app): 1. unzip chirp.zip 2. control click on the unzipped application and select New Terminal at Folder. (Don't see that menu item? Instructions to enable it <https://lifehacker.com/launch-an-os-x-terminal-window-from-a-specific-folde…> ) 3. run this command in the newly opened terminal window: 4. spctl --add $PWD

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[chirp_users] Can't program BF-888s
by Ed Danaher 22 Jan '17

22 Jan '17

I have a problem getting chirp to download from a Baofeng BF-888s. I wanted a UHF only HT and who could resist one for $13. However when I try to download from the radio, instantly I get the message “An error has occurred” There is no delay as the computer tries to connect to the radio. I have used Chirp successfully to program a Kenwood TH-F6A and a Baofeng UV5R and am sure the cable is seated securely. I am using the same program, drivers, and cable and selecting the BF 888 radio from the dropdown menu. I tried putting the radio on channel 16 per bug #1441. It didn’t help. Before I send the radio back to Amazon, I wonder if there is something I’m doing wrong. Some specifics: Desktop is iMac running OS Sierra 10.12.2 Using Chirp daily build 20170111 Wouxon cable Radios - Kenwood TH-F6a and Baofeng UV5R work fine. Any help would be appreciated. Ed KV4MI

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Re: [chirp_users] Chirp and Baofeng radios
by Don Lockman 22 Jan '17

22 Jan '17

Thanks for guessing. On January 22, 2017, at 12:12 PM, John Wilkerson <jl_wilkerson(a)att.net> wrote: I'm thinking the sub $30 radios are factory rejects or customer returns that are resold. Hard telling what version you are getting. On 1/22/2017 14:39, Jim Unroe wrote: > On Sun, Jan 22, 2017 at 12:57 PM, Glenn <glennervin(a)cableone.net> wrote: >> I just bought two more UV-5R radios and they were quite inexpensive, like 27 >> dollars each. >> How does one know if they have the latest firmware? >> I am a Blind user, so looking at the display will not help. >> Thanks. >> > _______________________________________________ chirp_users mailing list chirp_users(a)intrepid.danplanet.com http://intrepid.danplanet.com/mailman/listinfo/chirp_users This message was sent to Don at detaildon(a)yahoo.com To unsubscribe, send an email to chirp_users-unsubscribe(a)intrepid.danplanet.com

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[chirp_users] Chirp and Baofeng radios
by Patrick Brown 22 Jan '17

22 Jan '17

This is not a complaint but maybe a bug. I program radios for our SAR unit and we have some Baofeng UV5R radios. Using Chirp I programed my 4 with out any problem and saves the data. when i went to program some others they would not program no matter what i did , the popup said a bunch of stuff to include something about firmware? I think i am using the latest Version or chirp. this did this on two different computers. After trying different ways i change to the UV5 vip program and downloaded the data from a programmed radio , and uploaded to the 4 radios that would not program with chirp with out a problem? Also on Chirp I found when downloading from a programmed radio channel 0 and 2 do not always copy? both computers are using Windows 7 -- Patrick Brown YCSRT 3213 N7FHB Wilhoit SYCSRT TEAM Manager http://ycsrt.org T.E.A.M = Together Everyone Accomplishes More

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[chirp_users] MP-300
by Eric Chopin 19 Jan '17

19 Jan '17

Hello Jim, Yes, I also have a single cable unlike the Baofeng double variety, and I still get the same message... I have also tried with the manufacturers software that I downloaded from their website, in-fact they have 2 versions..and no luck with either. I have just ordered ANOTHER cable that is specified as THE ONE for this radio...has not arrived yet... lets see what happens with this one! I am getting to the stage of introducing this radio to my friend...Winchester!!! ..If you know what I mean!!! Grrr 73's Eric

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[chirp_users] MP-300
by Eric Chopin 18 Jan '17

18 Jan '17

Hi Jardy, Yeap, I have made sure the cable is well seated so I do not think there is a connection problem. :-( I might just open up the radio and see if the jack plug is actually lining up with the socket contacts Has anyone else had a similar problem and solved it? Thanks Eric

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