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GMRS-PRO Firmware Changelog

This page lists official GMRS-PRO radio firmware releases in reverse chronological order. Update tip: After flashing, if the screen does not power back on, power off → hold OK (top-left green key) → power on to initialize the new firmware. Best practice: After major updates, back up your channels, then perform a Factory Reset and re-sync using the BTECH GMRS Programmer app. V0.9.3 — June 2026 New Preset DTMF Commands: Added support for preset DTMF commands for quicker tone dialing. Main Channel Display: The main channel can now show both the channel...

Category: Firmware & SoftwareTags: Firmware, GMRS-PROComments: 0

UV-PRO Firmware Changelog

This page lists official UV-PRO radio firmware releases in reverse chronological order. Update tip: After flashing, if the screen does not power back on, power off → hold OK (top-left green key) → power on to initialize the new firmware. Best practice: After major updates, back up your channels, then perform a Factory Reset and re-sync using the BTECH UV Programmer app. V0.9.3 — June 2026 New Preset DTMF Commands: Added support for preset DTMF commands for quicker tone dialing. Main Channel Display: The main channel can now...

Category: Firmware & SoftwareTags: Firmware, UV-PROComments: 4

BF-F8HP PRO Firmware V0.53 Is Live: Smarter Scanning, Better Airband, More Control

Friday, January 23, 2026 ARLINGTON, SD – Firmware V0.53 for the BTECH BF-F8HP PRO is available now. and this update isn’t the usual “small fixes you’ll never see.” The very first thing you’ll notice is the screen: the radio now tells you more, faster, and more clearly while you’re actually using it. The game-changer: a real signal strength readout on-screen (approx dBm) For the first time on the BF-F8HP PRO, and a first-of-its-kind feature in the Baofeng-style handheld world for a lot of...

Category: Firmware & SoftwareTags: BF-F8HP PRO, Firmware, Scanning & MonitoringComments: 10

BTECH Launches the BL-5RH AA Battery Pack: Your Ultimate Emergency Power Solution for the BF-F8HP PRO

Friday, December 19, 2025 ARLINGTON, SD – BTECH today unveiled the BL-5RH AA Battery Pack, a meticulously engineered extended emergency power solution for the BF-F8HP PRO and other two-way radios on the BL-5RH platform, including the UV-5RM, UV-5G Plus, and GM-5RH. Designed for seamless integration, this innovative accessory empowers users to harness common AA batteries for dependable backup power: perfect for emergency kits, field expeditions, vehicle glove boxes, and professional work sites where recharging lithium packs isn't an option. In an unpredictable...

Category: Product NewsTags: BF-F8HP PRO, Emergency Readiness, Power & ChargingComments: 0

BTECH Announces the Launch of the Nagoya NA-771C: The Ultimate Long-Whip Antenna for Commercial Radio Users

Friday, December 5, 2025 ARLINGTON, SD – BTECH, the official North American distributor of Nagoya antennas, today announced the release of the Nagoya NA-771C, a high-performance dual-band antenna optimized for commercial frequencies. This new model extends the proven design of the popular NA-771 to professional users, offering enhanced range and reliability for MURS, business, public safety, and government communications. Building on the success of the NA-771, which provides superior reach over the compact NA-701 in amateur bands, the NA-771C delivers a...

Category: Product NewsTags: Antennas, NA-771CComments: 0

BTECH Unveils UV-50PRO: Revolutionizing Mobile Ham Radio

Friday, November 21, 2025 ARLINGTON, SD – BTECH today unveiled the UV-50PRO, a transformative 50W dual-band mobile amateur radio that redefines what's possible in connected communication. Drawing inspiration from the compact brilliance of our UV-PRO handheld, the UV-50PRO amplifies it with vehicle-optimized power, AI-driven enhancements, and space-ready features like automatic satellite tracking. This isn't merely an upgrade, it's a complete rethinking of mobile ham radio, integrating effortless Bluetooth app control, real-time APRS tracking, and intelligent noise reduction into a rugged, future-proof...

Category: Product NewsTags: UV-50PROComments: 4

Meet the BL-5RHL: The Extended Battery Built for the Way You Actually Use Your Radio

This week, BTECH quietly dropped a game-changer for anyone who relies on their handheld: the BL-5RHL 5200mAh Extended USB-C Battery Pack. On paper, it looks like a simple upgrade — a bigger battery that doubles your runtime. But there’s more going on here than just raw milliamp-hours. The BL-5RHL signals where handheld radio power is heading: longer operation, smarter charging, and fewer compromises in the field. If you’ve ever worked a long deployment, operated off-grid, or pulled an all-day event shift, you...

Category: Product NewsTags: Power & ChargingComments: 3

BTECH Releases CPS Version 1.2.5m: Optimized to Enhance Your BF-F8HP PRO Experience with Firmware V0.44

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 ARLINGTON, SD – BTECH, in collaboration with CPS specialist Terri Kennedy, is excited to announce CPS version 1.2.5m—an updated programming software specifically tailored to maximize the capabilities of your BF-F8HP PRO. This release perfectly complements the recent V0.44 firmware upgrade, delivering powerful new tools, intuitive improvements, and streamlined functionality for smoother radio programming and management. Whether you’re an advanced user managing large scan groups, or a beginner looking for a more forgiving interface, CPS 1.2.5m is built...

Category: Firmware & SoftwareTags: BF-F8HP PRO, Firmware, Software & CPSComments: 0

Say Hello to the BTECH PC03 USB-C Programming Cable—Your Radios Just Got a Modern Lifeline

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 ARLINGTON, SD – Whether you’re loading fresh repeater pairs before a storm chase or cloning channels for a volunteer search-and-rescue team at 2 a.m., nothing derails momentum faster than a finicky programming cable. That’s why BTECH re-updated its best-selling PC03 for the USB-C world we actually live in. The new PC03 USB-C Programming Cable trades yesterday’s USB-A plug for the reversible, adapter-free port found on today’s laptops, tablets, and mobile workstations—while keeping the rock-solid FTDI pedigree that...

Category: Product NewsTags: Accessories & Compatibility, ProgrammingComments: 0

Introducing the BTECH GMRS-50PRO: 50 Watts of Smart, Rugged GMRS Power

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 ARLINGTON, SD – BTECH proudly announces the arrival of the GMRS-50PRO, a 50-watt, IP54-weatherproof base/mobile radio that marries smartphone-style intelligence with the brute strength radio professionals demand. Packed with cable-free Bluetooth programming, on-board GPS navigation, and automatic NOAA weather alerts, the GMRS-50PRO is purpose-built for the real-world challenges faced by overlanders pushing remote trails, ranchers coordinating sprawling acreage, emergency crews staging storm response, and families who simply can’t afford dead air when it matters most. By fusing...

Category: Product NewsTags: GMRS-50PROComments: 5