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Thanks for watching my video. You might be right, but the reason why I don't expect LIR2032 to be charged during my normal use of the radio (DC power supply on for a few hours on weekends) is because of the 3.3k resistor in the circuit, limiting the current 100 micro Amp only. I'm planning to discharge an extra LIR2032 that I have, down to somewhere around 2.5 V and then supply DC 3.3V with 3.3k resistor in line. I'm gonna leave it ON for several hours and see the results. You may already know the result, but I need to test it to know. I will share the result later for those who are curious like me. Thanks again and 73

Come on man get rid of the music. Drowning you out

Sorry buddy I didn't realize it's drowning me out. Thanks for your feedback. I appreciate it

I downloaded the time adjustment software from the icom website and each day I switch my radio and pc on it auto sets the time. Simple.

Glad you think so! Thank you

Thanks David for your comment. It's been 2 years since I replaced battery and having no issue so far. I'm planning to make a follow-up video soon. Thanks again and 73

Hello First of all, sorry for making you confused. I didn't use CR2032, but used LIR2032 rechargeable battery. I don't expect IC-7300 clock battery circuit will charge the replaced LIR2032, because the original IC-7300 clock circuit charging voltage and current is way too low (3.1V, 0.03mA max) for LIR2032 to be charged. It's been 2 years since I replaced my IC-7300 clock battery, so I'm planning to make a follow-up video soon. If I have time, I will include an experimental video whether the non-rechargable CR2032 can handle 3.1V 0.03mA charging current or not, just for fun. I would definitely use a diode if I chose to use CR2032. Thanks for watching my video 73

Está funcionando perfectamente como esperaba. Creo que no tendré ningún problema hasta dentro de 10 años o más. Gracias y feliz cumpleaños de antemano 73 It is working flawlessly as I expected. I believe I won't have any problem for another 10 years or more. Thanks and Happy birthday in advance 73

Thank YOU for watching and leaving comments. Yes it's great old radio indeed. Let's keep enjoying this wonderful hobby with great old radio. 73

Congratulations for your success with FT-100D CAT control. I'm currently using stock hand mic, but I used dynamic mic with a homebrewed cable before. I might be able to find it somewhere in my cabinet. I will share with you when I find it. Thank you for your comments and 73

Just uploaded a video showing how I used dynamic mic on FT-100 Sorry for the delay uploading it. I was quite busy recently. I hope the new video helps you a bit. Thanks and 73

If it was Yaesu FT-7300, we could already see FT-7300A or FT-7300ND on the market Hi Hi

@@va3be_radio No. Icom 7300.

Thanks William for your compliments There are some other videos that I uploaded before and after this version. I will continue to upload when there's anything good to share with you. Thanks again and 73

Thanks for watching my video and leaving comments. I guarantee you that you will have lots of fun with your new project. Please share with us when you finish. Thanks again and 73

Hello Luca As I responded to your email, PCC-3000 is not designed to transmit SSB audio through PC, as far as I know. There maybe a way to make it work, but since I don't have FTDX-3000 anymore, I can not try it by myself. Thanks Luca again and continue to enjoy the amazing FTDX-3000. 73

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Thanks Adam for watching my video and leaving comments. I wish you too have a Merry Christmas and all the best 2024 Thanks again and 73

It's a metal shield box covering a few step down converters and etc. I didn't consider this shield box as a electronic components, but I might be wrong. I chose this spot only because of its sleek surface, where double sided tape sticks the best. If any issue happens down the road, I will share with everyone immediately, but no issues yet Thanks for your comments 73

@@va3be_radio...And like you have put on this video, use a "rechargeable" battery...The NON rechargeable ones will die quickly. Icom has informed me that you shouldn't use the 3.6V or 3.7V version either.

Hello Thanks for watching my video and leaving comments. I believe there might be many OMs having the same question as you do, because I had the same question/concern. When I started this mod, I first checked schematics and data sheets for all related parts. As far as I remember, all parts are SAFE up to 4.5V, maybe more, if I'm not wrong. 3.9V is in good safe zone. Charging? I DON'T expect LIR2032 to be charged by the IC-7300's charging circuit, but used LIR2032. Why? Because I checked CR2032 (Not LIR2032) data sheets first, and it seemed ok use, as one of the data sheet noted that it's ok with little charging DC current (I don't remember the exact value), but since so many companies making CR2032, I chose not to use CR2032, but to use LIR2032 which is ok with IC-7300 charging current no matter what brand it is. With the capacity of LIR2032, it will be ok for many many years without charging, probably I don't have to worry about it till I move to the next radio. It's been only about 1.5 years since I did this mod, so it's too early to say everything is good, but so far ZERO issues with me. AS I MENTIONED AT THE BEGINNING OF THIS VIDEO, IT IS JUST FOR YOUR REFERENCE ONLY. PLEASE CHOOSE WHICHEVER WAY YOU THINK IS RIGHT. Thanks again and 73

Hello Dennis Thanks for watching my video and leaving nice comments here. I'm using MFJ-1708B which I believe is the previous version of 1708 SDR, but basically the same. I've used G4HUP 70MHz IF tapping board on my old IC-746 long before and used RTL-SDR DONGLE successfully. I don't know the details about FT-100 IF tapping, but you might want to use fine soldering iron tip with magnifying glasses. Nowadays there are many SDR dongles capable of directing sampling, so I started to use MFJ-1708B. One little benefit of using this SDR switch is that sometimes you just turn on your computer start monitoring QSO without the radio, which I do frequently. Whichever way you go, it will make FT-100 much nicer. I hope you get great success with your FT-100 Thanks and 73

I'm really happy that you liked my work and I do appreciate your time leaving this nice comments. I will continue to share any future progress on my channel. Thanks again

Hello Thanks for watching my video. As you can tell by the title of this video, it's not a typical Go box, but just a ham shack built in a rack case. I built it to bring it to summer cabin where I can use AC , not to bring it to parks or beaches. I never thought about running it with battery, but if I have to, I may have to get a battery for radios and DC/DC upconverter for mini PC. Another simple way could be using portable power station which supplies both DC and AC. I will continue to share any future progress about my NO GO 😄 BOX on my channel. Thanks again and 73

Thanks Andrzej for your comment Regarding your question, I use MFJ-1708 B RF sensing T/R switch to share an antenna It's like ANTENNA-->MFJ-1708B-->SDR Dongle / Radio (Share) This way, when I TX, SDR receiver is disconnected from antenna. SDR dongle is connected to mini PC USB port IC-7300 has a USB port which is also connected to mini PC For FT-100, I use CT-62 FTDI Chipset USB CAT control cable that is also connected to mini PC USB port. I use software HDSDR and Omni-rig, which makes me possible to choose any radio for CAT control That's about it Thanks again and 73

@@va3be_radio Nice! I tried to solder the panadapter to my 857d, but unfortunately I damaged the motherboard somehow 🤣 Your way is safer :) Great design, keep it up! 73!

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Yes indeed it's challenging to arrange all gears in the box, but I have a strong feeling that it will continue to evolve 😄 Thanks and 73

Hello Michael If you just want to have CAT control and don't need tuner control, simply connect CT-62 USB CAT cable to FT-100 pigtail. You also need SDR receiver/panadapter like SDRPLAY RSP1A and software like HDSDR and Omnirig. Please Google those and you will find tons of information on the internet. Thanks

@@va3be_radiowow my mind is blown. I have an rtl sdr dongle I should be able to get this going with. I have to learn omnirig and hdsdr. Thank you again! Keep up the great work!

@@michaelblackburn738 this brings the FT100 series right into modern times, you need a fairly high end modern radio to do all the ft can do with these additions. I'm working my way into it slowly and I thank the author for being here to answer questions.

Hello Cathy Thanks for watching my video. As I use my FT-100 mainly for 2M SSB, I don't use the HF autotuner interface cable anymore, but use CAT control cable only. I built a Transportable ham shack in a rack case, which you can watch on my other videos, and it's tough to put everything in that compact case. Especially managing all the cables in a confined case was a huge challenge. BUT I might be able to dig out the old FT-100 interface cable from one of my ham stuff box and try to remember how I homebrewed that cable. As I'm a casual TH-camr, please give me a couple weeks or more, and I will try to make a video about what you are interested. I will do my best, but I will only be able to work on it on weekends, so please be patient. Thanks

@@va3be_radio That is incredibly considerate of you. Thanks. Take your time of course, this is a fun hobby, not ELE solutions! Do you still have your FT-100? I have decided mine is a lifetime radio. So flexible and a good performer. You can help to give mine a whole new life and functionality.

Hello Cathy I have uploaded a video on my channel explaining CAT & Autotuner interface cable that was used for FT-100 It was not possible to show you how I connected these interface cables with actual FT-100 radio, as it's secured inside the rack case and it's too difficult to take it out and put it back Instead, I put these cables on the desk and tried to explain how it's built and connected as much as I can. As I noted at the end of the video, soldering 8pin and 6pin mini DIN connector is very challenging, so if you are not good at soldering, please find someone to help you. I wish my new video gives you a good starting point and a better interface than mine. Thanks

@@va3be_radio Thank you. I think I can manage most of what I see. At 1:51 you say the LDG cable Y-ACC DOESN'T work with the FT100, so then, is it being used by you? this has me confused. ( Note: LDG made a tuner specifically for the FT100/857 that has a cable that sets the mode, drops the power, does the tune, then resets it all. I guess that's actually the tuner doing the work. ) After I build the cables and install it all I may ask questions about the SDR interfacing. One thing at a time though.

@@cathyjohnson7199I tried Y-ACC (Homebrewed) cable first and it didn't work. I believe it's the Firmware on FT-100 that doesn't respond with Y-ACC. If you have FT-100 D model, please try Y-ACC first, which may give you a lot easier and better solution. After the first try with Y-ACC cable, I came up with current interface as an alternative which is not perfect. Yes you can ask me about SDR interfacing, but there may be some hurdles to communicate, as everyone's pc is not the same. But I will answer your questions as much as I can Thank you

Thanks for watching my video. Yes it is heavy 63 lb total, which I can only move short distances. I keep looking for a way to reduce weight while keeping my needs. I will share any future changes of my shack and things that I may find down the road Thanks and 73

Hello Thanks for watching my video I'm not an expert, but here's my opinion. The charging current on the original clock battery BT-381 is only about 0.025 mA plus minus. Meaning that using none-rechargeable battery CR2032 should not be a problem. I could not find the data sheet that I read before, but it said applying little current won't cause any issue on CR2032. I don't remember the exact number that CR2032 can handle, but 0.025 mA is way below the number as far as I remember. BUT, I would use a diode to block charging current, if I had to use none rechargeable battery, just in case. Again, I'm not an expert, so please take my thoughts as a reference. Thanks and 73 PS. BT-381 is only 1mAh and CR2032 is 210mAh, so it will last so many years that you can forget bout it.

I think everyone incluing me has the same question like you. We will never understand their business strategy, but when IC-7300 was first released, ICOM sold well over 20,000 units immediately. That's what 7~8 years ago? I assume ICOM has sold IC-7300 well over 100,000 units now, if not more. So even $1 maybe too much ? I don't know

Thanks for leaving this friendly comments. I will continue to share my shack progress and things that I may find down the road Thanks and 73

Thanks Steve for your great comments and I appreciate your time leaving comments. Although I agree 100% with your thoughts about 'Go Box', there are people who have different definition in their mind. Mostly those who frequently go out for portable operation, and I understood their thoughts. That's one reason I started to call mine as a Transportable ham shack. Thanks again Steve for your nice comments and 73

Thanks YOU too. I hope to meet you on the air someday, when band condition gets better. 73

Some folks around the Amateur Radio Operators of Canada chat room would probably love to see this, i've shared the link in the discord.

Thanks for your compliments and taking time sharing it with other OMs. I do appreciate it. 73

Thank you for watching my video and appreciate your time leaving comments 73

Thanks for your compliment

I DO miss my old FTDX-3000, especially when the band condition is poor.

Thanks for watching my video. According to FT-100 opcode command chart on the manual, it seems it's not possible to turn the power on via CAT control. I am not sure whether those opcode commands on the manual are all that's available for FT-100 or there are more command that's not written on the manual. You may want to send an email to Yaesu to confirm this matter. Thanks again 73

I'm sorry to hear that your local ham shop doesn't want to replace your battery. I hope you can find someone near you who's willing to help you. 73

Thanks Todd for your comments. 73

Thanks John I'm glad you liked it

You're absolutely right. Leaving monitor on top of the case is not good, and I will have to come up with a brilliant idea to make it hidden inside the case for transportation. I will upload a video, when I find a way to integrate in the box. Thanks for your comment 73

Thanks Jeff I'm glad you like it. 73

Not sure what you're questioning about, but On FT-100 Spec, 100W HF, 50W VHF, 20W UHF The actual output is a little higher on my FT-100 I use KLM140 VHF linear amp, which I modified to use VHF FM and SSB I use this amp mostly for VHF SSB, and I can go up to 180W when needed Your question answered? 73

Hello Brian I'm glad that you like the way I built the box Best regards

Indeed it has superb NR capability

Thanks for watching my video I used PWM controller for fan speed control. I had 2 different PWM controllers and one made very bad RFI on transmit audio, but another one created zero RFI. I bought it from a local hamfest long ago. No brand name or model number marked on it. 73

It was not available on Amazon.CA and it still isn't. No need to wait weeks, plus hassle free return and refund that's the beauty of Amazon

I have FT-100 (Not 100D) and I use Baud rate 4800 which I believe is the maximum for this radio

@@va3be_radio Are you running transvert in ft8? I have ft817 without problems. And in ft100, when I turn on the digi mode, the sound spectrum seems to be cut off. what settings do you make for digital operation on this transceiver?

Unfortunately I haven't used ft8 or any other digital mode

Thanks for taking time leaving this friendly comments 73