Here is the essential user manual text for the Baofeng UV-8R (also applicable to the UV-5R series, as they share the same chipset and basic operation).

Storing the Frequency to Memory

  1. Press [VFO/MR] (hold for 1 second) until "CH-XXX" flashes on the screen.
  2. Use the Up/Down Arrow keys to select an empty channel (e.g., CH-001).
  3. Press [MENU] to confirm. You will hear a confirmation beep.
  4. Press [EXIT] to return.

"I can hear people, but they cannot hear me."

  • Check TX Power: Menu 2 set to HIGH (H).
  • Check Repeater Offset: Are you 600 kHz off? (Menu 26 & 27).
  • Check Tone: Most repeaters require a CTCSS tone (Menu 13).
  • Antenna: Is the antenna tight? A loose antenna burns out the amplifier.

1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Baofeng UV-8R. This radio operates on VHF (136-174 MHz) and UHF (400-520 MHz) bands. Please read this manual completely before operating to ensure safety and proper use.

5.1 Programming a Repeater (e.g., with +600 kHz offset, 88.5 Hz tone)

  1. Press VFO/MR to enter Frequency mode (VFO).
  2. Enter RX frequency (e.g., 146.610).
  3. Menu 7 → set 88.5 Hz (T-CTCS).
  4. Menu 25 (R-CTCS) → set same if needed (often optional).
  5. Menu 26 (SFT-D) → set + for positive offset.
  6. Menu 27 (OFFSET) → enter 0.600 (MHz).
  7. Press VFO/MR to save to a memory slot.

11. Resetting the Radio

Soft Reset (VFO Reset):

  1. Turn radio OFF.
  2. Hold MENU + MONI while turning ON.
  3. Press VFO/MR to confirm. Resets frequency ranges only.

Full Factory Reset:

  1. Turn radio OFF.
  2. Hold VFO/MR + MONI while turning ON.
  3. Press VFO/MR to confirm. All settings and channels are erased.