CHIRP

Kenneth,

Are you sure this isn't just another one of many "UV5R variants?":http://chirp.danplanet.com/projects/chirp/wiki/Baofeng_UV5R_Variants There are currently something like 39 models listed that use the UV-5R selection for support.

Jim KC9HI

Have you been able to resolve this on your own since you submitted this?
Have you tried with a recent version since you submitted this?
The error you describe suggests a problem with the cable.
If you haven't, and if you're still having this issue, please refer to the Wiki "How To Report Issues" and provide a debug log. Thanks!