Thanks for sharing, Julian! Summary below for those who want to cut and paste into their notes, or are too impatient to watch the video :) 03 9600 MIC = 70 14 CAT RATE = 38400 24 DIG DISP = 0Hz 25 DIG MIC = 65 26 DIG MODE = USER-U 39 PKT MIC = 75 (FM operations only) FYI I have used similar settings successfully. 24 and 26 are particularly important.
Excellent video. I may have kept my 817ND had I been able to work out the setting to get it operating PSK31. Pulled a lot of hair trying. Wasn't enjoying QRP on phone so I sold it.
+Wayd Walker yeah qrp phone can be frustrating. The user manual is pretty unclear about the settings. I think they also didn't intend for us to use the 817 the way that we do with modern tablets and laptops and things like that.
Hi dear Julian, i have a question for you: is it possible to use the Xiegu ce 19 interface for ft 817 yaesu to do ft8? And how configure? Tnx and 73 de IW2HTZ Roberto
Hello Julian- Do you use these settings when using the Wolphilink? I just got one and need to tweak it. Seems that I am not decoding, the owners manual does not have much info on how to tweak it.. thanks for your great videos.
Hi Mike the owner's manual has a section on adjusting the transmit audio and reception audio. To treat the transmitted you need to adjust the transmit pot on the Wolphilink, well you have your ALC meter showing on your rig. Then you can adjust it perfectly. For reception you need to have one of the apps open which has a waterfall. Slowly turn the receive pot until you have a stream of stations in the waterfall. Then adjust for best reception. There's also the squelch Android psk on the left side of the screen at the bottom. You can stop the random characters from showing up by touching one of the higher bars. I hope this helps
Julian ! Hard to keep up with you on SSDI ! Every time I watch you, I have to add something to my list ! If I get the bhi-DSP internal, will I still need or benefit from the Speech Compressor ? Of your battery projects which would you suggest ? Not sure what I will be doing the most, but which Collins Filter would you start with ? Thx Curtis Lambert Jr, SEMPER FI 👍
Thanks Julian for your videos. I have just setup my FT817 for WSPR reception. I am finding that when I select a frequency in WSJT-X wspr it selects the correct receiving frequency for a moment ., then switches 2180 hz lower?? Is there another setting to adjust?? 73 Jim
Quick question. I am using an FT-818 with a Signal link and FLDIGI. We use this set up locally on a UHF network to support emergency communications between local shelters, the EOC, etc.. Recently a few helpful members of my club were helping me fix a transmit issue and as a result I can only transmit NBEMS in packet mode. Previously I was able to send or receive (not both) in FM but since the changes they made it only works in packet mode. I am not sure if this is an option selected in FLDIGI or the radio. Other then having to switch radio modes to packet the set up works beautifully. But everyone else is using FM.
The problem you're having is when you want to transmit data with the 818, assuming the signalink is connecting to the back data part of your radio, you should do so with the radio in packet mode. If you want to use other modes for example on HF, use DIG digital mode. The only time you would use FM as the mode for data Communications is if your signalink was connected to your mic connector, which is a bad thing. So packet mode for FM data. DIG mode, for all other data. They are two different pins on the data port of your radio. 73 Julian oh8stn
@@OH8STN Much appreciation, some folks are telling me that using packet is wrong (trust me in no way am I arguing with you) and the guys who made the switch for me on my gear without exactly explaining what they did called it a workaround from a video they looked up. Yesterday it worked perfectly for me during an exercise; like it was intended to function that way (which obviously it is). Yes I have the Signal link plugged into the data port in the back of the radio. I clearly see the configuration distinction you made regarding if the Signal link is plugged into the MIC port instead. I appreciate the precise and efficient explanation, I like my processes to be clearly documented and repeatable. This is all a bit more than a hobby to me. Now that I have this working in UHF/VHF, my next hurdle is make it work in HF and DIG. Again thank you. 73
I don't mind if you're arguing :-) hey just so you know packet or PKT & DIG are just the names used to distinguish packet for FM data, digital for SSB data on the 818. That's where the confusion is coming from. I also have one little piece of advice for you. Don't let some fool mess with your gear. I suspect you understand that already :-) ;-) if it was working perfectly yesterday, I would put it back the way it was. The fact that you're asking questions means you're a step ahead of those knuckleheads. :-)
Thank Julian! Great video. I have an 817nd trying to get my Kantronics working it is the new model that they put out . I'm just wandering what the radio must be set to USB LSB DIG, not sure what it need to be on. Thank you.
I think I made a video on this but I don't remember. If you're doing digital modes like APRS with the kantronics on FM, the radio should be in packet mode. If you're doing modes like psk, js8, ft8, ... use dig mode.
@@OH8STN just using winlink for emails only. have not set up psk31 yet and Mobilink I work on that soon. Thanks for making the great videos for us TH-camrs it takes special person to go outside and make a video in zero degree weather. Thanks again 73's
Love your videos. Question, I'm purchasing FT YEASU 891 next month. I would like to power this with a battery. (I'll be low on $$ after the radio ). I have seen your video on the LiFePo power source you made, that will be a later project. Can you recommend a Short term Battery so I can get on air for the least cost? I will be running the rig at 25W or lower...just looking for a short term solution. Thanks David KA1HEU 73
This will be my 1st HF rig. my budget is $630 for the radio and $150 max for the power.. I plan on building the LiFePo pack from your excellent video..That will be some time this summer. (I'm Retired living on SS LOL..) I will be using this as a base initially. Then after building your LiFePo Batter system I'll be doing some backpacking . Thanks For your sugestions Looking forward to working HF. 73 KA1HEU David
+df2486 hi David I agree with my buddy who commented on your original comment. You have two choices for the radio power. A desktop power supply should be your first purchase with the radio, if you're going to use it from home. When you're ready to operate the radio out in the field, go ahead and build my battery pack project, or get yourself a ready-made LiFePO4 pack. Don't try to save money on the power supply. Good clean power should be the priority and still come in under your budget.
I just got me a Yaesu Ft-818 This last summer and been trying digital modes now on it.. When u say leave it on User-U, I've done that but will not transmit on that mode, but only on PSK-31-U.
Thanks! Also, it took me forever to figure out why I could *receive* (display) MT63 via fldigi on my FT-817/SignaLink setup in VHF, but could not transmit. The problem was that I had the rig in DIG mode, when it needed to be in PKT mode. 73... Roger / NQ8RP.
Hi Julian, I hope you’re well? I’ve just got a 817 and trying to get JS8CALL to work, I can hear stations and see their conversations, however when I TX CQ, no one seems to be ‘hearing’ me. I’m convinced it’s ‘operator error’ on my part or I’ve got a setting wrong in the radio/program, as I’ve used the same setup on the RaDAR challenge Saturday gone and I was getting contacts as far away as 1600 miles.......any help/advice would be greatly received, 73.........Paul
I'm just heading to bed but try this Paul. Most common mistake we make is putting the radio in USB mode rather than digital. Having the radio and USB mode will replicate the symptoms you described perfectly. Try DIG. I also have a couple of videos and setting up the Wolphilink with 817. Naturally the interface is different but the settings on the 817 are identical.
hi, I cant seem to get wsjt-x to connect to the mini pro sc, im just using the one cable from the mini pro sc to the ft 817 data port, what am I doing wrong ? thanks
Hi Ronan. You'll have to give a bit more information than that. What do you mean by connect? Aldo, what operating system are you using? Anyway the most likely problems are selecting the wrong audio interface in the sound card settings of wsjt-x.
@@OH8STN its ok I sorted it, I choose none for rig control and she started decoding :) where should alc be on the 817 ? a little or none at all ? thanks
Thanks for the video. Tried your settings and they work, sort of, on my 817nd. However, after each transmission (wsjt-x ,Windows 10, Signalink) I get an error message that says " Hamlib error: Command rejected by the rig while exchanging VFOs". I then click retry and then enable tx again and I am able to continue the qso until after the next transmission. Then aforementioned procedure starts again. Here's hoping you or someone else can assist me. Tnx. By the way, I did get that Super antenna setup. Cool. de ke4rk, Mo
Are you using split mode? Google "Yaesu ft-817 Hamlib error: Command rejected by the rig while setting". Sourceforge is down right now, so I can't give you a link. When it's up again, you'll find your answeris well documented.
Thanks for the quick reply. No, I am not using split. That was my first thought also. I saw that too about Sourceforge. I'll keep checking their site. 73
No problem. One thing you can do is try an older version, if you have it available. That sourceforge thing as a real bummer. Sorry I couldn't be more help 73 Julian oh8stn
That's Sophie. I got her from the SPCA and they think she is an Australian shepherd. I got her because she has blue and brown eyes. BTW, that's a "dirt" moustache.
Did not know I even had these questions...just ordered a Signathe. Yesterday, now I will be using the data port in the back of my 818...thx.
Thanks for sharing, Julian!
Summary below for those who want to cut and paste into their notes, or are too impatient to watch the video :)
03 9600 MIC = 70
14 CAT RATE = 38400
24 DIG DISP = 0Hz
25 DIG MIC = 65
26 DIG MODE = USER-U
39 PKT MIC = 75 (FM operations only)
FYI I have used similar settings successfully. 24 and 26 are particularly important.
+Matt Runyan thanks Matt
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Thanks Matt for posting that.
Being blind having the menu numbers in written form was most appreciated.
Thanks! Now I might finally get my levels set properly for digimodes!
Excellent video. I may have kept my 817ND had I been able to work out the setting to get it operating PSK31. Pulled a lot of hair trying. Wasn't enjoying QRP on phone so I sold it.
+Wayd Walker yeah qrp phone can be frustrating. The user manual is pretty unclear about the settings. I think they also didn't intend for us to use the 817 the way that we do with modern tablets and laptops and things like that.
Hi dear Julian, i have a question for you: is it possible to use the Xiegu ce 19 interface for ft 817 yaesu to do ft8? And how configure? Tnx and 73 de IW2HTZ Roberto
Definitely not. It's not a good interface at all. Kiss yourself a Digirig. That's the best interface on the market right now.
@@OH8STN ok Julian, always clear. Tnx and my bests 73 IW2HTZ Roberto
Thanks for helping us out!
Just a quick question. Does the U5 Link work with the FT-818nd too?
Hello Julian- Do you use these settings when using the Wolphilink? I just got one and need to tweak it. Seems that I am not decoding, the owners manual does not have much info on how to tweak it.. thanks for your great videos.
Hi Mike the owner's manual has a section on adjusting the transmit audio and reception audio. To treat the transmitted you need to adjust the transmit pot on the Wolphilink, well you have your ALC meter showing on your rig. Then you can adjust it perfectly. For reception you need to have one of the apps open which has a waterfall. Slowly turn the receive pot until you have a stream of stations in the waterfall. Then adjust for best reception. There's also the squelch Android psk on the left side of the screen at the bottom. You can stop the random characters from showing up by touching one of the higher bars.
I hope this helps
I forgot to answer your first question, yes I use them with the Wolphilink
Julian ! Hard to keep up with you on SSDI ! Every time I watch you, I have to add something to my list ! If I get the bhi-DSP internal, will I still need or benefit from the Speech Compressor ? Of your battery projects which would you suggest ? Not sure what I will be doing the most, but which Collins Filter would you start with ? Thx Curtis Lambert Jr, SEMPER FI 👍
Thanks Julian for your videos. I have just setup my FT817 for WSPR reception. I am finding that when I select a frequency in WSJT-X wspr it selects the correct receiving frequency for a moment ., then switches 2180 hz lower?? Is there another setting to adjust?? 73 Jim
Dataport gain useful ... mine was set at 15! Also I see you are using the same sort of dataport as me!
73, Chris.
Quick question.
I am using an FT-818 with a Signal link and FLDIGI. We use this set up locally on a UHF network to support emergency communications between local shelters, the EOC, etc..
Recently a few helpful members of my club were helping me fix a transmit issue and as a result I can only transmit NBEMS in packet mode. Previously I was able to send or receive (not both) in FM but since the changes they made it only works in packet mode. I am not sure if this is an option selected in FLDIGI or the radio.
Other then having to switch radio modes to packet the set up works beautifully. But everyone else is using FM.
The problem you're having is when you want to transmit data with the 818, assuming the signalink is connecting to the back data part of your radio, you should do so with the radio in packet mode. If you want to use other modes for example on HF, use DIG digital mode. The only time you would use FM as the mode for data Communications is if your signalink was connected to your mic connector, which is a bad thing. So packet mode for FM data. DIG mode, for all other data. They are two different pins on the data port of your radio.
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Julian oh8stn
@@OH8STN Much appreciation, some folks are telling me that using packet is wrong (trust me in no way am I arguing with you) and the guys who made the switch for me on my gear without exactly explaining what they did called it a workaround from a video they looked up. Yesterday it worked perfectly for me during an exercise; like it was intended to function that way (which obviously it is).
Yes I have the Signal link plugged into the data port in the back of the radio. I clearly see the configuration distinction you made regarding if the Signal link is plugged into the MIC port instead.
I appreciate the precise and efficient explanation, I like my processes to be clearly documented and repeatable. This is all a bit more than a hobby to me.
Now that I have this working in UHF/VHF, my next hurdle is make it work in HF and DIG.
Again thank you.
73
I don't mind if you're arguing :-) hey just so you know packet or PKT & DIG are just the names used to distinguish packet for FM data, digital for SSB data on the 818. That's where the confusion is coming from. I also have one little piece of advice for you. Don't let some fool mess with your gear. I suspect you understand that already :-) ;-) if it was working perfectly yesterday, I would put it back the way it was. The fact that you're asking questions means you're a step ahead of those knuckleheads. :-)
Handy to know. TUVM
Excellent info Julian ! Thanks for sharing .
Thank Julian! Great video.
I have an 817nd trying to get my Kantronics working it is the new model that they put out .
I'm just wandering what the radio must be set to USB LSB DIG, not sure what it need to be on.
Thank you.
I think I made a video on this but I don't remember. If you're doing digital modes like APRS with the kantronics on FM, the radio should be in packet mode. If you're doing modes like psk, js8, ft8, ... use dig mode.
@@OH8STN just using winlink for emails only. have not set up psk31 yet and Mobilink I work on that soon. Thanks for making the great videos for us TH-camrs it takes special person to go outside and make a video in zero degree weather.
Thanks again
73's
Thank you for this Julian... short sweet and to the point! 73 KK0DJ
Would a Chromebook be a good match for the 818? thanks so much for your help
Love your videos. Question, I'm purchasing FT YEASU 891 next month. I would like to power this with a battery. (I'll be low on $$ after the radio ). I have seen your video on the LiFePo power source you made, that will be a later project. Can you recommend a Short term Battery so I can get on air for the least cost? I will be running the rig at 25W or lower...just looking for a short term solution. Thanks David KA1HEU 73
This will be my 1st HF rig. my budget is $630 for the radio and $150 max for the power..
I plan on building the LiFePo pack from your excellent video..That will be some time this summer.
(I'm Retired living on SS LOL..) I will be using this as a base initially. Then after building your LiFePo Batter system I'll be doing some backpacking .
Thanks For your sugestions
Looking forward to working HF.
73
KA1HEU
David
+df2486 hi David I agree with my buddy who commented on your original comment. You have two choices for the radio power. A desktop power supply should be your first purchase with the radio, if you're going to use it from home. When you're ready to operate the radio out in the field, go ahead and build my battery pack project, or get yourself a ready-made LiFePO4 pack. Don't try to save money on the power supply. Good clean power should be the priority and still come in under your budget.
Thank You :)
Thank You :)
I just got me a Yaesu Ft-818 This last summer and been trying digital modes now on it.. When u say leave it on User-U, I've done that but will not transmit on that mode, but only on PSK-31-U.
Perhaps there's a firmware difference between the two radios. This is the 817nd.
Thanks! Also, it took me forever to figure out why I could *receive* (display) MT63 via fldigi on my FT-817/SignaLink setup in VHF, but could not transmit. The problem was that I had the rig in DIG mode, when it needed to be in PKT mode. 73... Roger / NQ8RP.
+Roger Parrett seems I should have made this video a long time ago 😀
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Absolutely..lol.. No complaints, though... I've learned a TON from your channel... :) 73... Roger / NQ8RP
Hi Julian, I hope you’re well? I’ve just got a 817 and trying to get JS8CALL to work, I can hear stations and see their conversations, however when I TX CQ, no one seems to be ‘hearing’ me.
I’m convinced it’s ‘operator error’ on my part or I’ve got a setting wrong in the radio/program, as I’ve used the same setup on the RaDAR challenge Saturday gone and I was getting contacts as far away as 1600 miles.......any help/advice would be greatly received, 73.........Paul
I'm just heading to bed but try this Paul. Most common mistake we make is putting the radio in USB mode rather than digital. Having the radio and USB mode will replicate the symptoms you described perfectly. Try DIG. I also have a couple of videos and setting up the Wolphilink with 817. Naturally the interface is different but the settings on the 817 are identical.
Cheers Julian, I’ll give that a go tomorrow. Sleep well 👍🏻
Thanks very much for this !
You're welcome Paul no problem.
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Julian oh8stn
yes, this was useful! Tnx 73 PA5BAS
hi, I cant seem to get wsjt-x to connect to the mini pro sc, im just using the one cable from the mini pro sc to the ft 817 data port, what am I doing wrong ? thanks
Hi Ronan. You'll have to give a bit more information than that. What do you mean by connect? Aldo, what operating system are you using? Anyway the most likely problems are selecting the wrong audio interface in the sound card settings of wsjt-x.
Hi. I got it working I set right control to none now I am decoding, where should alc be on 817 ? None a little or in mid bars thanks
@@OH8STN its ok I sorted it, I choose none for rig control and she started decoding :) where should alc be on the 817 ? a little or none at all ? thanks
@@ronancullen4565 great 👍 alc should be almost none, otherwise its splattering the band.
Anybody using the 817 or 818 with the Tigertronics SL-USB-RJ45 ?? for Data Modes ???
I just picked one up this past weekend that's why I'm looking through Julians old videos. Starting on the journey to learn digital.
@@stahpit1971 cool. Check out Nov 2021 of pg 46-47. Good luck :)
thanks for the info 73 M6KZB
Thanks for the video. Tried your settings and they work, sort of, on my 817nd. However, after each transmission (wsjt-x ,Windows 10, Signalink) I get an error message that says " Hamlib error: Command rejected by the rig while exchanging VFOs". I then click retry and then enable tx again and I am able to continue the qso until after the next transmission. Then aforementioned procedure starts again. Here's hoping you or someone else can assist me. Tnx. By the way, I did get that Super antenna setup. Cool. de ke4rk, Mo
Are you using split mode?
Google "Yaesu ft-817 Hamlib error: Command rejected by the rig while setting". Sourceforge is down right now, so I can't give you a link. When it's up again, you'll find your answeris well documented.
Thanks for the quick reply. No, I am not using split. That was my first thought also. I saw that too about Sourceforge. I'll keep checking their site. 73
No problem. One thing you can do is try an older version, if you have it available. That sourceforge thing as a real bummer.
Sorry I couldn't be more help
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Julian oh8stn
By the way what kind of dog is that in your profile pic?
That's Sophie. I got her from the SPCA and they think she is an Australian shepherd. I got her because she has blue and brown eyes. BTW, that's a "dirt" moustache.
i find my older 817 performs better than my 817 ND .. strange
Can you elaborate?
bam!!! Too Easy
Thanks for the video de garth zs5gmw
and thanks for the kindness 👍
73 de julian oh8stn
I'm only here for the 18+ content. Sadly none was included. Sad.
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