Alcon, -> Programming Flowcharts <http://www.miklor.com/uv5r/UV5R-ProgFlow.html> This link includes flowcharts for programming the Baofeng series of hand-held radios. I prefer using the 'CHIRP' software via the USB programming cable, but these charts make a nice addition to a go-bag or the glove compartment of your car. -> Baofen UV-5R Radio Documentation Project <http://www.miklor.com/uv5r/pdf/uv-5r_v1.0.pdf> This link provide a much better "englished" manual for the UV-5R. -> CHIRP <http://chirp.danplanet.com/projects/chirp/wiki/Home> And last but not least, the software that is available from the Baofeng site is adequate but not stellar. The famous CHIRP software is much better. Ensure you have the latest build especially if you plan on running it under Linux. Enjoy Andy 73 de VE3FYA