[chirp_users] UV-5G

[Jim Unroe]

Hi Lamar,

On Sun, Mar 27, 2022 at 6:11 PM Lamar Brown <dlamarbrown at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> Trying to program UV-5G using a Dell laptop and latest CHIRP download. Having no luck loading radio. Nerd help.
>
> Dan
> KT4DLB

It would help if you would mention which operating system is running
on your Dell and describe the exact error message and/or attach the
debug.log file that CHIRP created.

Instructions for finding the debug.log file can be found here:
https://chirp.danplanet.com/projects/chirp/wiki/How_to_report_issues

In any case the #1 cause of trouble for Windows user is not having a
driver installed that is compatible with the USB-to-Serial chip in the
programming cable. This is particularly common if the chip identifies
itself as a Prolific chip or a WCH chip.

The #2 cause of trouble is not getting the 2-pin plug fully inserted
into the radio. Due to these cheaply made items (radio and cable) it
is not uncommon for some users to need to press on the plug during the
cloning operation to make sure there is a connection inside the radio.

Information about drivers can be found here:
https://www.miklor.com/COM/UV_Drivers.php

Suggestions for eliminating connection problems can be found here:
https://www.miklor.com/COM/UV_ErrorMess.php#error1

Jim KC9HI