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Baofeng baofeng dr 1801uv
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Yes. The DR-1801 is a DMR radio, and Chirp does not support DMR radios.
Unfortunately I was unable (in 10 minutes of Internet searching) to find the software you need. I would suggest you contact whoever you got the radio from and ask them for it. You may also need a different programming cable; many of the DMR radios have native USB so there is no need for a cable with a USB-to-serial chip in it.
K4EET
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Hi @kimzim8. I would also try calling RT Systems. They have programming software for the BaoFeng DM-1701 DMR HT and quite possibly are close to releasing programming software for your BaoFeng DR-1801 DMR HT. Their contact information is:
RT Systems, Inc
267 S Davis Road
LaGrange, GA 30241
Tech Support 404-806-9561
Sales 800-921-4834
Fax 770-216-1836
Help Desk: techsupport@rtsystemsinc.com
Sales: websales@rtsystemsinc.com
Monday - Friday 10 AM - 6 PM Eastern Time
Saturday by appointment
RT Systems, Inc
267 S Davis Road
LaGrange, GA 30241
Tech Support 404-806-9561
Sales 800-921-4834
Fax 770-216-1836
Help Desk: techsupport@rtsystemsinc.com
Sales: websales@rtsystemsinc.com
Monday - Friday 10 AM - 6 PM Eastern Time
Saturday by appointment
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The DR-1801 si the same radio as the DM-860 and the dm-1801 that Baofeng as release 4 years ago. but now the drivers for the cable dont seam to work. I would try some other thing and get back to you.
i just got the new CPS and i try it with a normal cable that we use with UV-5R and it Work ... i gave your the link for the CPS
wormwood1978
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I had many problems trying to program my DR-1801. It did not come with a programming cable so I ordered a cable off of Aliexpress advertised for DM-1801, it did not work. I then ordered a cable that advertised for DR-1801 and it worked. I tried numerous different software programs to no avail. The seller then provided a program titled DR-1801A6 which worked (good luck trying to google find that). Everything is working now, but between finding a good cable and software, it was a bit of a pain.
I have the cps software. And the cable. Reads and writes to and from radio but still can't get thing programed right. None of the YouTube tutorials look like this software and ones that are are in Spanish or russian
OK that told us absolutely nothing I already have a cable that reads and writes to radio
What is needed is some to tell in English what info to input where in the cps to get this thing to work
All the videos I've seen are either with an anytone radio or using gd77 or if it is an 1801 its in Spanish or Russian
Which is no help at all
What is needed is some to tell in English what info to input where in the cps to get this thing to work
All the videos I've seen are either with an anytone radio or using gd77 or if it is an 1801 its in Spanish or Russian
Which is no help at all
What type cable did you using? I'm unable write to radio, read is ok.
KC2VNV Needs Help PLEEEEZ... DM/DR-1801
NO Device ID(s)!
examples: (not seen on my computer)
USB\VID_067B&PID_2303 (for the infamous prolific chip)
USB\VID_0403&PID_6001 (FTDI) USB High Speed Serial Converter
I Have A DR-1801uv radio and the DM-1801A6 CPS (software)
and A RD-DMR Cable from BlueMax49ers. the cable seems to be
the right one. the problem is the computer I use running
windows seven will not Find or Install ANY USB driver for
the DR-1801 when it is plugged in. I would expect it to show
up with a usb port but it fails every time.
I Need a pathway as to the usb driver windows normally uses
to talk to the DR-1801 or the DM-1801. they have their own USB
in the radio right? Not Prolific, Not FTDI. The device description,
hardware id's, manufacturer name, and product name that show up
when Just the DR-1801 or DM-1801 are plugged into the usb port
would go a long way towards tracking down the device driver/data
I am missing. That of course is device manager data seen via the
control panel in ms windows.
at the moment I have no useable radio or cable. programming huh?
looking for: USB\VID_XXXX&PID_XXXX for the DM-1801 and or
the DR-1801. This data tells what chip is in the radio for USB. And
you have a straight through cable for these radios, no chip in the
cable.
Windows Example:
all control panel items;Devices and printers; right click on usb device;
properties->hardware->properties->Details->(use drop down)Hardware IDS
USB\VID_XXXX&PID_XXXX
NO Device ID(s)!
examples: (not seen on my computer)
USB\VID_067B&PID_2303 (for the infamous prolific chip)
USB\VID_0403&PID_6001 (FTDI) USB High Speed Serial Converter
I Have A DR-1801uv radio and the DM-1801A6 CPS (software)
and A RD-DMR Cable from BlueMax49ers. the cable seems to be
the right one. the problem is the computer I use running
windows seven will not Find or Install ANY USB driver for
the DR-1801 when it is plugged in. I would expect it to show
up with a usb port but it fails every time.
I Need a pathway as to the usb driver windows normally uses
to talk to the DR-1801 or the DM-1801. they have their own USB
in the radio right? Not Prolific, Not FTDI. The device description,
hardware id's, manufacturer name, and product name that show up
when Just the DR-1801 or DM-1801 are plugged into the usb port
would go a long way towards tracking down the device driver/data
I am missing. That of course is device manager data seen via the
control panel in ms windows.
at the moment I have no useable radio or cable. programming huh?
looking for: USB\VID_XXXX&PID_XXXX for the DM-1801 and or
the DR-1801. This data tells what chip is in the radio for USB. And
you have a straight through cable for these radios, no chip in the
cable.
Windows Example:
all control panel items;Devices and printers; right click on usb device;
properties->hardware->properties->Details->(use drop down)Hardware IDS
USB\VID_XXXX&PID_XXXX
Just to let you know that the dm1801 and the dr1801... Even if they look the same ... They are different ... You can't use the same cable on both ... One is the one for the dm1801 and the other can be use for programming The dr1801 and the UV-5R... The cps is diffirent too so use the right one
Did anyone find the correct driver? I just purchased this radio and the cable is not recognized by windows.
wormwood1978
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Did you read my comment in this thread? My cable was not recognized and I had to get a different cable although it looked the same. Various programming apps would not work until the cable manufacturer sent me a certain one. You propblem is making sure you have the correct cable and the correct program
I did. I was able to get my mirkit Baofeng cable to work just fine. I am off to the races.
I have been buying radios for over 60 years. I try to follow the following guidelines:
1: Who makes it.
2: Check eHam reviews and other trusted sources. Not all reviews are reliable, but repeated complaints are a red flag.
3. Are the necessary accessories available? Cables, spare batteries, carrying case, etc.
4. What software is available? If RT Systems or other reliable source has a package that is an extra expense but makes programming much easier.
5. Is the seller trustworthy?
1: Who makes it.
2: Check eHam reviews and other trusted sources. Not all reviews are reliable, but repeated complaints are a red flag.
3. Are the necessary accessories available? Cables, spare batteries, carrying case, etc.
4. What software is available? If RT Systems or other reliable source has a package that is an extra expense but makes programming much easier.
5. Is the seller trustworthy?
N0YJV
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Hi All,
I just bought what I thought is a Baofeng DM-1801 as new, from ebay, and someone I sent the link to thinks I may have accidentally gotten the DR-1801.
I plan on installing the Open GD-77 firmware, which won't work on the DR-1801.
Is there a way to tell them apart?
I am visually impaired, so I'm wondering about a way to tell without reading the print, like button layout, and such.
Thanks.
Glenn K0LNY
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