Re: [chirp_users] patient help needed for newbie trying to program baofeng uv-5r+

Try running Chirp as administrator. Also, check the device manager and see if the software driver is registered under PORTS(COM & LPT). When you run Chirp it has to be set to match what is in the PORTS device manager settings. Alan – W6ARH

From: chirp_users-bounces@intrepid.danplanet.com [mailto:chirp_users-bounces@intrepid.danplanet.com] On Behalf Of Natalie Wren Sent: Tuesday, November 10, 2020 5:25 PM To: chirp_users@intrepid.danplanet.com Subject: [chirp_users] patient help needed for newbie trying to program baofeng uv-5r+

hi i have downloaded chirp and the driver needed for the usb cable to my windows 7 machine and can't get it to work. i keep getting a 'radio did not respond' message.

thanks for anyone willing to help! natalie