You dont have to leave 16 open. Program it just like any other channel. Set scan on in programming, then with channel set to 16, hold ptt and top orange side key while powering on to enable scan. It will scan ALL 16 channels.
There's a radio checkbox in Chirp, nut it doesn't work. A better headset would couple to your ears with positive results, assuming the speaker volume is normal.
Hey I have a question... 1. I purchased the same model and it is possible to make on unit as a master unit which can listen to all channels at once ? 2. If yes how to do ot
Yes, he said they were sma female and as long as you keep them programmed in the legal frequencies you dont need a liscence. Ive got a range of probably a mile on them, but ive not tested them further than that
hello new here , i purchased too and i work in a warehouse as a turret driver and my radios did not pick up their channel and its the same radio even pxton
Just to be clear (I'm sure this has been asked a lot) but do I NEED to reprogram them if I don't have any license, because I intend to use them at a school event to coordinate with other students helping and I don't quite understand all this frequency stuff
Technically yes. But they are such low wattage radios you will most likely not interfere with any other radio traffic anyway. That being said the programming cable is cheap, the program is free and there are videos showing how to program the FRS channels onto the radios.
@@mattruth8077 alright thank you, I'll consider buying the cable some other time as right now it is to close to the event to do anything about it, if in theory it should be fine. I'll test them to make sure they don't interfere with anything before handing them out to my group
Chirp doesnt let me write to vhf frequency 147.500, says its too low. The bf-888s application does allow it. But radio refuses to transmit when programmed to vhf The light does not light up or turn red. Does not send or receive...
si lo puedes poner en vhf esa radio..usa. el chirp pero en la frecuencia no le pongas las comas...o mejor pon el numero en block de notas y lo copias al programa chirp.y listo.
2 watts give or take. And in a city 2 miles in the open 5-9. Good for close communication in a SHTF situation. Durable and batteries are cheap. Highly recommend. Check out my other comms videos
found my answer here chirp.danplanet.com/projects/chirp/wiki/FAQ#What-if-I-need-to-use-a-COM-port-other-than-what-is-in-CHIRPs-list :) I need to insitall the driver.
@@lupuid i downloaded it and did all like the installation guide but in the end there stands installation done but an unknown error occured :( Edit: fixed my problem, after trying all possible drivers i found the right one
@@kevinbarrow4 it might have to do with the stock antenna? The antennas that come with the radio are really only “good” for uhf frequencies. I would look into purchasing a couple uv5r’s they are great little radios or the UV-82 I have a few videos of those.
Hello newbie here. I bough me this set from ebay for me and my fam in case SHTF so we can communicate. Do I have to put softwear? Or can I leave it the way it is and just use the same channel on all 4 wt? Also what antenna did you order because I would like to order it thanks 😊
I’d assume right out of the box they’re programmed with random frequencies somewhere in the UHF/VHF band. So they may work with each other but they won’t work with other radios if you don’t program them.
I have these radios and sometimes they wont TX when I hit the PTT, the ptt red light blinks then they power off . I have to turn the radio off then back on again, sometimes a few times before I can TX again....anyone run into this?
Ehhhh sorta. Legally FRS radios CAN NOT have a removable antenna. These do so there's that. Is anyone ever going to say squat to you about it? Highly doubtful. Oh and speaking of removable antennas if you slap a Nagoya 771G on one of these BF-888s they turn into little beasts. (Gotta be a "G" series.)
With my 888s, I can hit 3 x UHF repeaters all approx 40-60kms away from my residence. I live at rural property on side of hill and repeaters are all mountain tops. Flat terrain obviously a bit less.
Regarding using CTCSS, by using this You can interfere with others using the channel because you can't hear them. You should have ptt lockout checked in this case. It is against the law to interfere with other transmissions...
You dont have to leave 16 open. Program it just like any other channel. Set scan on in programming, then with channel set to 16, hold ptt and top orange side key while powering on to enable scan. It will scan ALL 16 channels.
Nice poster on the wall!
Side note are identical to "Retivis rh777" may not be exact model number but u will see they're cheap and great for convoys
They are all pretty similar! 👍🏻
Can I program for VHF? Like police scanner?
Thank you, I just got mine but only came with two batteries. Thx
I have exacly the same model thank you for the help using chirp !
there are no options to program the Tx/Rx repeater Freqs. Please confirm how will i do that on Chrip
Finally a rwview of these thats decent lol
Good basic walkie talkie.
Do you have to program these radios to use them or can they be used in a emergency situation right out of the box?
I need to know the correct upgrade antenna for these radios.
I have so many things to ask first is there any way to increase the volume of the headset and how do you use fm if its possible?
You have to buy a dual band handset
There's a radio checkbox in Chirp, nut it doesn't work. A better headset would couple to your ears with positive results, assuming the speaker volume is normal.
Can i be able to communicate with other walkie brands if it's all in the same channel
What if you don’t have a computer
Where you buy the cable to program?
msmagic33able amazon!
Hey I have a question...
1. I purchased the same model and it is possible to make on unit as a master unit which can listen to all channels at once ?
2. If yes how to do ot
Do these require a GMRS license? Also, what is the range for these? Do they have different power levels? Oh, and are the antennas SMA female? Thanks.
Yes, he said they were sma female and as long as you keep them programmed in the legal frequencies you dont need a liscence. Ive got a range of probably a mile on them, but ive not tested them further than that
if you are transmitting on GMRS frequencies, yes you will need a GMRS license.
I've a retevis rt24 and got out to 3miles that's only 0.5w but in towns it's alot less
Hi.nice video!how to change channel code like on the didplay type one refios?thanks in advance.
How do you return it to the original frequencies?
I cant find the port. Vender: baofeng, model: bf-888s
What kind of programming cable do I need. There's quite a few and a lot of them have conflicting reviews
hello new here , i purchased too and i work in a warehouse as a turret driver and my radios did not pick up their channel and its the same radio even pxton
Just to be clear (I'm sure this has been asked a lot) but do I NEED to reprogram them if I don't have any license, because I intend to use them at a school event to coordinate with other students helping and I don't quite understand all this frequency stuff
Technically yes. But they are such low wattage radios you will most likely not interfere with any other radio traffic anyway. That being said the programming cable is cheap, the program is free and there are videos showing how to program the FRS channels onto the radios.
@@mattruth8077 alright thank you, I'll consider buying the cable some other time as right now it is to close to the event to do anything about it, if in theory it should be fine. I'll test them to make sure they don't interfere with anything before handing them out to my group
@@mattruth8077ayo i dont have the cable to plug it in my PC. What can i do?
Dos it work off the doc or do I need a wire
Can you make it beep when you let go of ptt?
Not on these the ham radios by the same company have a end tone
Chirp doesnt let me write to vhf frequency 147.500, says its too low. The bf-888s application does allow it. But radio refuses to transmit when programmed to vhf The light does not light up or turn red. Does not send or receive...
This radios only uhf not vhf
Radio range is 400 to 460
si lo puedes poner en vhf esa radio..usa. el chirp pero en la frecuencia no le pongas las comas...o mejor pon el numero en block de notas y lo copias al programa chirp.y listo.
Watt? How many km?
2 watts give or take. And in a city 2 miles in the open 5-9. Good for close communication in a SHTF situation. Durable and batteries are cheap. Highly recommend. Check out my other comms videos
I was told these would receive FM broadcast. Do you know how to make them do this?
Richard K Hester they can receive FM.
@@mattruth8077 How do you tune it and turn the FM on?
Yeah. I have the same question Matt...
They can not receive FM broadcast.
Do you have to program these? So they will NOT work out of the box?
no need- just the set the same channel on both the handset it will work...
How do you figure out the COM port? Mine is empty and I am not getting any hint. Do you install a separate driver for the USB cable?
found my answer here chirp.danplanet.com/projects/chirp/wiki/FAQ#What-if-I-need-to-use-a-COM-port-other-than-what-is-in-CHIRPs-list :) I need to insitall the driver.
@@lupuid i downloaded it and did all like the installation guide but in the end there stands installation done but an unknown error occured :(
Edit: fixed my problem, after trying all possible drivers i found the right one
Can the earpiece be used at the same time as using the shoulder mic?
Yeah. If you wire it right like the Elmer's do. Google is your friend 🙂
What cabel are you using?
Aa quantos klm de distância funciona este rádio amigos?
Mine is not saying 'power on' is that an option?
hello question, how far can reach this baofeng bf888s? thank you stay safe all.
Very late response, but I think the guide says 3km but when I tested it inside a car, I was able to get 3.5km.
@@j9mmer ah ok thank you, its long distance the uv r5 or uv r9? 😅 stay safe all.
hello. i have bought a baofeng 888s and i would like to know if it is set to high or low power when you buy it. thank you.
Low
I saw videos on here on programming vhf frequency on this radio but not in English do you know how to do it
I have seen that as well and I have tried using various methods. But have been unsuccessful.
Thanks for the quick reply I can program the channels in but all I get is a loud feedback
@@kevinbarrow4 it might have to do with the stock antenna? The antennas that come with the radio are really only “good” for uhf frequencies. I would look into purchasing a couple uv5r’s they are great little radios or the UV-82 I have a few videos of those.
I also have the UV R5 radio they are good little radios
is it possible to combined frs and gmrs on bf-888s?
Yes
Hello newbie here. I bough me this set from ebay for me and my fam in case SHTF so we can communicate. Do I have to put softwear? Or can I leave it the way it is and just use the same channel on all 4 wt? Also what antenna did you order because I would like to order it thanks 😊
You can use them right out of the box.
You “can” use them out of the box. But it’s also nice to program them with your preferred frequencies
I ordered a simple eBay antenna that’s more flexible. But nagoya antennas are also good options. SMA female
I’d assume right out of the box they’re programmed with random frequencies somewhere in the UHF/VHF band. So they may work with each other but they won’t work with other radios if you don’t program them.
how to program it back to default?
You would of had to saved the original channel list clone.
Import from stock config Hi please I need help I don't have this category in my software!?
How much price sir
How do I find out what port its in
What's the difference between Power in High or Low?
Romano I don’t think there is much of a difference tbh
MATT RUTH will it drain more battery? Is there a way to set a secure channel for a pair of radios or all channels are public?
.5 watts and 2 watts
@@K0MRDRadioPrepper I believe low on 888s is 1w
In another video, I saw it did nothing for the power output. (both were around 1W)
I have these radios and sometimes they wont TX when I hit the PTT, the ptt red light blinks then they power off . I have to turn the radio off then back on again, sometimes a few times before I can TX again....anyone run into this?
about what is its range?
How do I program to VHF frequency?
How many miles can this go
2-5 miles
In an urban/suburban setting about 1 to 1.5 miles, in an open area about 2 miles. Thes are low power radios, at most 2 Watts of power.
Are the default settings frs frequencys ?
by default, they do not use FRS. you need to use cable and chirp to program FRS onto the radio
My CHIRP looks different, not all this tabs :Refresh : Special channels ....
Trump Pence. Ew.
So by changing them to frs, it makes it legal to use?
Ehhhh sorta. Legally FRS radios CAN NOT have a removable antenna. These do so there's that. Is anyone ever going to say squat to you about it? Highly doubtful. Oh and speaking of removable antennas if you slap a Nagoya 771G on one of these BF-888s they turn into little beasts. (Gotta be a "G" series.)
Yes and no. The government would tell you it’s not “legal”.
Do you have to program these radios or can they be used for an emergency situation out of the box?
What is it the range exactly?
With my 888s, I can hit 3 x UHF repeaters all approx 40-60kms away from my residence. I live at rural property on side of hill and repeaters are all mountain tops. Flat terrain obviously a bit less.
Everything works except the upload to radio. It will transmit but not receive for some reason.
Are there CTCSS tones programmed on any of the channels?
I don't know who told you them are not walkie talkies all walkie talkies most walkie talkies have removable antennas
Not per fcc rules
range its not more than 500 m too low
Regarding using CTCSS, by using this You can interfere with others using the channel because you can't hear them. You should have ptt lockout checked in this case. It is against the law to interfere with other transmissions...
Hm po
Hello there,, I got an issue with my baofeng bf-888s,, the green light always stays on, can anybody help?
Program to another frequency, there is an interferance probably.
Why do you have to repeat yourself over and over, geez! Must have said quick overview 9 times. Get on with it.
Quick overview
@@mattruth8077based lmfao
I've done multiple tests and found that properly deployed, a Baofeng 888s will hold it's charge longer than Trump could remain president.
The tone squelch gets rid of annoying noise bursts both from the radio and from your wife.
So...they only worked for 4 years,even though they should have worked for 8.
What a pitiful little person you must be.
that whip is crap, get a Hyperion 771 avoid Nagoya too many fakes
please edit out the "UM"......
@dietcokeaddict48 u
Be quiet you troll
@@MusicHub_Peace χαχαχα γιατί όχι? Ακόμα να το προγραμματίσω το walkie talkie
Sorry if i missdd it but do u need any liscense to use them
If you program the FRS frequencies on them no 👍🏻