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egzumer edited this page Nov 27, 2023 · 78 revisions

Welcome to the uv-k5-firmware-custom wiki!

On this wiki the (custom and extended) functions are described, which have been realized with this adapted firmware (releases).

This firmware unlocks the full frequency range of the radio and expands the capabilities of the Quansheng UV-K5 (-serie).
Original range 50 - 600 Mhz and now 18 MHz ~ 660 MHz and 840 ~ 1300 MHz. Note: The RF BK4819, is the basis of the radio, has a hardware limitation (630 - 840 Mhz.).

Some of the other capabilities is the ability to receive in various modes (FM, AM and USB). The screen has an TX-audio signal strength indication and RX signal strength indication (S-meter) and the possibility to show channelname and frequentie of both VFO's. A detailed list of features can be found here README.md.

  • Warning: Modifying a radio may violate various laws or regulations of some nations. Not all of these capabilities will be allowed in order to comply with various regulations.

  • This Manual is located as Wiki at https://github.com/egzumer/uv-k5-firmware-custom/wiki.

  • If you have a suggestion to add to this Wiki, please report the suggestion here under Discussions.

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