Good video. You covered all the stuff I wound up learning on my own since Dec 2023. No worries just had to get an adapter from W2ENY to get the iC headset I had for my G90: as Heil doesn't offer an adapter for supplying voltage to the mic element and I wasn't buying another headset. I only have two ears and the Pro 6 Elite iC sounds really good to my old ears. You did a really good straight-forward presentation of how to get up and going without much drama. Thank You.
Thanks for the clarification which no one seems to provide. According to the Heil website the AD-1 needs to be purchased but what about the bayonet looking cable that plugs into the headset itself seen on the site? See what I mean? For as much as the headsets cost, the adapter should be provided as part of the headset unit. "We can put a man on the moon, but they can't..." seem to figure out how to bundle an adapter! So as it turns out, since I have a Flex 6400, no adapter is needed; the 3.5 mm plugs work fine.
Great video. I've been trying to get a heil bm 17 with adapters for my icom 775dsp for ages, but after emailing many many outlets in the USA and the uk no luck, 73
I think this may be what you need - Headset: heilhamradio.com/product/bm-17-2/ - Adapter: heilhamradio.com/product/ad-1-ic-adapter-cable/ My son (N4CVN) is SK and I received his ICOM rig, which I've been trying to get on the air, so I'll probably be purchasing these as well, just have to wait until payday... 73 de Tom
Have a FT-991A and purchased the Heil AD-1-YM adapter. I have not purchased a headset yet. I watched this video and what I believe is the other video you made on same subject. Ok, here is where I am confused. As I understand it, we have 3 connections of concern. 1 PTT sent to radio, 2. Rx audio from radio to headset, and 3. Somehow we need Xmit audio (mic) from headset or other mic to the radio for Xmit audio. Based on description I only see where we are taking care of 1 and 2 with this adapter. So how does the mic audio get into the radio? Is the front panel phone jack on 991A bidirectional (direction controlled by PTT)?
The mic audio coming off the headset should be routed through the adapter using the 1/8 inch female connection. PTT input to the rig is via the larger female connector on your adapter. If you have your monitor (on the rig) set up, you should be able to hear yourself when transmitting. Hope this helps.
Hi Tom, Thanks for putting on this demonstration..and as usual I have a question for you. Looking at reviews on eham one gentalman said he was using the Heil Pro 7 headset and a Kenwood TS-890, he could only hear audio from one side of the headset and then connecting to a different brand radio, had sound from both sides. Any Issues with your Kenwood ? Thanks Again, K8CDM
.no problems with mine. I don’t recall any settings for mono/stereo on the rig. Suggest he review the OM for wiring. Could also be the headset adapter.
Tom I have a radiosport head set RS20-10A I think it a better headset. Been using it for years. Been thinking about a desktop microphone. Looking for a Mike but don't know what way to go. The microphone hand microphone works great. Looking for ideas on what to do KQ4CD Paul
Hey Paul, Heil does have a few desktop mics you might want to look at. Also, most radio manufacturers have desktop mics made specifically for their rigs. 73, Tom
There you show a single PTT. The original microphone of FT-991A has also 3 buttons:down, fst, up. What kind of item will keep these functions? Thanks and "73".
I can’t get Hell proset plus to Transmit on 991 or FTDX10 Push to talk works but no audio from the microphone is this headset too old for the newer rigs?
I ordered a new Heil PSE Icom headset, from Giga Parts, it arrived, i can not get the microphone to work... headphones sound great... but no mic output.... giga parts state they will NOT except any returns on Heil headsets.... what can i do?
You absolutely can, but you're going to have to wire up your headset for your rig as I suspect the pin-outs will be different. You may try a you tube search to see if anyone has put up a how-to video... 73 de Tom, ND3N
Thanks ! I've noticed that with the BM-17 on my FT-991A, the microphone sound level is just perfect with the default mic gain. However, the same BM-17 on my FTM-400 requires that I boost the mic level to the max. Anyone else has to change their mic levels when switching from the issued microphone to an headset? 73.
Jocelyn, Great Question. The simple answer is that they are two different radios. There may be (just guessing here) a difference in impedance. The dynamic element in the headset may be different than what your FTM-400 is expecting. You might want to contact Heil Customer Service - heilhamradio.com/contact/ - and ask them the question. Hope you get your answer. 73 de Tom, ND3N
So...the 991A doesnt seem to have a transmit button on the radio, so I assume you have to buy a ptt device to key it with a heil headset? Thant is in addition to the adapter cable?
Thanks for the video but I'm running into a problem. I just received a FT-991A. I took the heil headset and heil trigger switch off of my kenwood ts590 and installed them on the 991 as per your video. The trigger switch does not key the rig and the receive audio is still coming from radio speaker only. Is there a menu in radio that I have to change? Your videos on the FT-991A are great. Thanks. K3KHG
KO4ZCJ; GREAT JUST WHAT I NEEDED, THANKS. I ALSO GOT A “Jelanry 1/4" 6.35mm Stereo Plug Male to Dual 1/4" 6.35mm Jack Female Splitter Adapter, Dual 6.5mm Jack Adapter Audio Y Cable”from Amazon to use a foot switch when I want to,!
Thank you very much Tom. This has certainly cleared up things for me.
Good video. You covered all the stuff I wound up learning on my own since Dec 2023. No worries just had to get an adapter from W2ENY to get the iC headset I had for my G90: as Heil doesn't offer an adapter for supplying voltage to the mic element and I wasn't buying another headset. I only have two ears and the Pro 6 Elite iC sounds really good to my old ears.
You did a really good straight-forward presentation of how to get up and going without much drama. Thank You.
Cool, thanks!
Thanks, good and clear video.
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the clarification which no one seems to provide. According to the Heil website the AD-1 needs to be purchased but what about the bayonet looking cable that plugs into the headset itself seen on the site? See what I mean? For as much as the headsets cost, the adapter should be provided as part of the headset unit. "We can put a man on the moon, but they can't..." seem to figure out how to bundle an adapter! So as it turns out, since I have a Flex 6400, no adapter is needed; the 3.5 mm plugs work fine.
Great video. I've been trying to get a heil bm 17 with adapters for my icom 775dsp for ages, but after emailing many many outlets in the USA and the uk no luck, 73
Have you tried Heil’s website?
@@ND3N yes I did, twice but got no reply.
I think this may be what you need - Headset: heilhamradio.com/product/bm-17-2/ - Adapter: heilhamradio.com/product/ad-1-ic-adapter-cable/ My son (N4CVN) is SK and I received his ICOM rig, which I've been trying to get on the air, so I'll probably be purchasing these as well, just have to wait until payday... 73 de Tom
@@ND3N thanks for that.
Have a FT-991A and purchased the Heil AD-1-YM adapter. I have not purchased a headset yet. I watched this video and what I believe is the other video you made on same subject. Ok, here is where I am confused. As I understand it, we have 3 connections of concern. 1 PTT sent to radio, 2. Rx audio from radio to headset, and 3. Somehow we need Xmit audio (mic) from headset or other mic to the radio for Xmit audio. Based on description I only see where we are taking care of 1 and 2 with this adapter. So how does the mic audio get into the radio? Is the front panel phone jack on 991A bidirectional (direction controlled by PTT)?
The mic audio coming off the headset should be routed through the adapter using the 1/8 inch female connection. PTT input to the rig is via the larger female connector on your adapter. If you have your monitor (on the rig) set up, you should be able to hear yourself when transmitting. Hope this helps.
@@ND3N Yes, sorry my brain was obviously taking a nap when I was deciphering this simple hookup.🥱
Hi Tom, Thanks for putting on this demonstration..and as usual I have a question for you. Looking at reviews on eham one gentalman said he was using the Heil Pro 7 headset and a Kenwood TS-890, he could only hear audio from one side of the headset and then connecting to a different brand radio, had sound from both sides. Any Issues with your Kenwood ?
Thanks Again, K8CDM
.no problems with mine. I don’t recall any settings for mono/stereo on the rig. Suggest he review the OM for wiring. Could also be the headset adapter.
Thanks Tom for that reply, Go to know.@@ND3N
I have a pro 7 with 7300 but wanna use headset on my anytone 5555n2 what adapter should I use
Check the heil ham radio website or give their customer service a call…
Tom I have a radiosport head set RS20-10A I think it a better headset. Been using it for years. Been thinking about a desktop microphone. Looking for a Mike but don't know what way to go. The microphone hand microphone works great. Looking for ideas on what to do
KQ4CD Paul
Hey Paul, Heil does have a few desktop mics you might want to look at. Also, most radio manufacturers have desktop mics made specifically for their rigs. 73, Tom
There you show a single PTT. The original microphone of FT-991A has also 3 buttons:down, fst, up. What kind of item will keep these functions? Thanks and "73".
I can’t get Hell proset plus to
Transmit on 991 or FTDX10
Push to talk works but no audio from the microphone is this headset too old for the newer rigs?
Hmmmmm. I’d recommend a call to customer service at Heil. I’ve never heard of one of their headsets not working. I hope it’s something simple
I ordered a new Heil PSE Icom headset, from Giga Parts, it arrived, i can not get the microphone to work... headphones sound great... but no mic output.... giga parts state they will NOT except any returns on Heil headsets.... what can i do?
Contact customer service at Heil. They’ve always been good to me when troubleshooting or providing a replacement.
I’d like to know how to/ if I can use my David Clarke aviation headset on a ham radio.
You absolutely can, but you're going to have to wire up your headset for your rig as I suspect the pin-outs will be different. You may try a you tube search to see if anyone has put up a how-to video... 73 de Tom, ND3N
@@ND3N I’m going to an air show on a few weeks. I hope I can find an avionics company to talk to about the wiring of the David Clarke’s 👍
Thanks ! I've noticed that with the BM-17 on my FT-991A, the microphone sound level is just perfect with the default mic gain. However, the same BM-17 on my FTM-400 requires that I boost the mic level to the max. Anyone else has to change their mic levels when switching from the issued microphone to an headset? 73.
Jocelyn, Great Question. The simple answer is that they are two different radios. There may be (just guessing here) a difference in impedance. The dynamic element in the headset may be different than what your FTM-400 is expecting. You might want to contact Heil Customer Service - heilhamradio.com/contact/ - and ask them the question. Hope you get your answer. 73 de Tom, ND3N
So...the 991A doesnt seem to have a transmit button on the radio, so I assume you have to buy a ptt device to key it with a heil headset? Thant is in addition to the adapter cable?
Yes. Heil offers a handset and a foot switch…
Heil quality leaves a lot to be desired.
I’ve never had a complaint with their products. But, I’ll keep my eye out.
@@ND3N 6 months in a humid climate and the plastic bits become sticky so bad that it like putting gum in your hair.
Thanks for the video but I'm running into a problem. I just received a FT-991A. I took the heil headset and heil trigger switch off of my kenwood ts590 and installed them on the 991 as per your video. The trigger switch does not key the rig and the receive audio is still coming from radio speaker only. Is there a menu in radio that I have to change? Your videos on the FT-991A are great.
Thanks. K3KHG
Sounds like you have the headphone jack switched with the ptt jack
For the DIY'ers out there with newer Yaesu's here is video of wiring a headset / mic th-cam.com/video/8OTs_2B3hY8/w-d-xo.html
Great comment - more info is always good! 73 de Tom, ND3N
KO4ZCJ; GREAT JUST WHAT I NEEDED, THANKS. I ALSO GOT A “Jelanry 1/4" 6.35mm Stereo Plug Male to Dual 1/4" 6.35mm Jack Female Splitter Adapter, Dual 6.5mm Jack Adapter Audio Y Cable”from Amazon to use a foot switch when I want to,!