As far as I know...they are all cosmetic changes...
The current firmware version is BFB297...
They all should be identical in features and freq range...
Some come with a cable the plus version has a larger battery...you can put the larger battery on later if you wish...etc...
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On Jan 30, 2013, at 10:10 PM, "The Silver Fox" alan.r.hill@gmail.com wrote:
I know this is not a good question for this mailing list but I cannot miss the opportunity to ask. With so many choices of models of the UV5 I cannot determine what would be best. Anyone know a link that compares the features of the models? 73, Alan – W6ARH
From: chirp_users-bounces@intrepid.danplanet.com [mailto:chirp_users-bounces@intrepid.danplanet.com] On Behalf Of ALAN Sent: Wednesday, January 30, 2013 7:03 PM To: JohnLa@usa.net; 'Discussion of CHIRP' Subject: Re: [chirp_users] Baofeng Models and Cables
I thought so myself, but it is having problems with the "E" model and is not connecting. The nice new case looks stronger, harder plastic and a shinny metal front. Just will not connect. Very frustrating. I use it for work and ham both, just love it.
Alan KC9IMF
From: John LaMartina JohnLa@usa.net To: 'ALAN' mmmja5@yahoo.com; 'Discussion of CHIRP' chirp_users@intrepid.danplanet.com Sent: Wednesday, January 30, 2013 8:54 PM Subject: RE: [chirp_users] Baofeng Models and Cables
Alan, All cables for the UV5R, RE, RA, R+ etc are all compatible. CHIRP will also work with the entire series of UV5R.
John K3NXU
From: chirp_users-bounces@intrepid.danplanet.com [mailto:chirp_users-bounces@intrepid.danplanet.com] On Behalf Of ALAN Sent: Wednesday, January 30, 2013 9:48 PM To: chirp_users@intrepid.danplanet.com Subject: [chirp_users] Baofeng Models and Cables
My question is, with all the different models. Just what is the difference if any between model a-b-c- and model E for instance. My model "E" will not work with my plain UV-5R. The dealer I bought it from is saying that I need a cable specific for this model. Is this untrue? Is there a difference that demands another cable? If so what newer model should I get as I try to return the two I bought for a friend and myself.
Very Disappointed Thanks Alan
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