The FT817 Group averages over 500 (+/-130 one-sigma) messages per month. Because the volume of messages is rather large, I would like to remind everyone of a...
I own both. Here's why the VX-7 is better: 1. adds 300 mW on 220 2. dual receive 3. full HF receive 4. waterproof 5. slightly larger and fits my hand better Of...
... The VX-7 battery has a larger capacity and a rubber seal around it. So the answer is no.... BUT... The VX-5 battery will fit into the VX-7. You lose...
... the Thanks for the response, but I have no intention of mucking around with any calibration settings. I'm only trying to follow the instruction in the...
I don't believe this one bit. Chuck is correct, even small indoor antennas can be a problem. If you want to experiment, put up a small dipole, and attach one...
... Greg, I own an FT-817 and Tokyo Hy-Power HL-50B amp too. Yes.. with the 817 putting out 5 watts, the amps LED bar graph might only jump up part way on...
I will second (or third) a vote for the VX-7 as a "HT partner" for the 817. Along with all of its other versatilities and virtues, my VX-7 has undergone all...
... The Heil HC-4 with a OBP (or other) speech processor really does magic to the 817 signal. I use the HC-4 with OBP from W4RT and there is a recording...
I cloned all my memories in the 817 to another (backup) 817 unit so that I could get all my memories back. The expanded xmit mod worked out OK (solder first 4...
I am considering purchasing one of these radios for my long vacation trips in the car. I am interested in being able to cover the 11- Meter band as well since...
Is possibile to extended rtx up 154 Mhz, Thanks for more information. ____________________________________________________________ Yahoo! Companion - Scarica...
As far as I know... NO But please, follow the rules and write your Name/Callsign (if you have one...) -- Jochen dh1jc ... From: "CAPUAFILI" <cafipi@...> ...
With regard to ELEVEN METERS, I believe that ALL current HF rigs cover it, (with the exception of Ten-Tech) and require no modification to receive CB ...
How about the Kenwood TH-F6? It's 3 bands (144/220/440) may be more useful if 220 is active in your area. And since its wide coverage receiver covers CW and...
Anyone have a source for the ACC connector necessary to make a transmit control cable for the HLA-150 amp? Durham advertises that they have the cables for...
... No ... Guy - The 8-pin mini-DIN is a standard Macintosh serial connector. I have bought Mac serial cables (as low as $2 each surplus), cut them in half,...
Hi Guy and the rest of the group, I can send you the 8 pin mini DIN for $6.00 including Priority Mail shipping. I also have 6 pin mini DIN in stock same price....
... HAM rigs for 160-2 ... If I can fit ... Hi Bob, I am just curious about the motorcycle station. Have you some pictures to show me how you worked it out? ...
Hi, One thing I am contemplating for an upcoming hike is taking my 817. One option I am thinking of is to carry: 5 W Solar panel (probably USF-5) M+ charge...
... Try www.hamantenna.com Frank WB2NTP ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the Internet in years - Juno...
Charging the internal cells from an external battery is likely to be a very SLOW process, as the charging circuit in the FT-817 is designed to operate from...
Shortly after I bought my FT-817 2-1/2 years ago, I observed that its output power for the 80 and 40 meter bands (into a 50 ohm load) drops sharply as the...
You could cheat. If you can charge a sealed LA cell to 12 v, use that to charge a couple of nicad d cells. Then pop the d-cells in series with the lead acid...
From your test results, I believe you have a DIFFERENT problem, NOT "CPU related". I am willing to help you. If interested, send me your TELEPHONE info, I...
... rigs for 160-2 ... I can fit ... Holy crap! Do you have any pictures of that setup on your bike? I would love to see some good pics of all that gear...
... I do not see the point of trying to charge a battery with a battery . There are charging losses. Why not just run off the SLA in the first place.? Dale...
