Add APRS Maps and an IGate to the Yaesu FTM-400DR
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- This video shows how to add APRS maps to the FTM-400DR using a cheap Windows tablet and the data cable that is included with the radio. Also, the video shows how to tie the whole setup into APRS-IS allowing you to serve as an IGate for stations in the area.
This is yet another experiment for me in my never ending search for the "perfect" APRS rig. Is this setup perfect? No. Unfortunately the FTM-400DR won't accept transmission requests through this same data cable. Therefore, you can't digipeat or beacon objects that you create on the map or type up messages on the virtual keyboard for transmission. Also, a tablet mounted next to the drive pushes what's legal and what's safe. If you choose to go this route in your car, be sure you know what the law says about screens in the car in your area. Above all else, though, don't manipulate the software while driving. Distracted driving kills. You'll notice that I'm parked in a parking lot as I'm looking at what objects are in my area.
Where might this be useful? The data cable connection would be great for people who use the 400 as a base station radio and hooking a computer to it would add a lot of functionality and the distracted driver issue is off the table. This setup would also work well for a SAG vehicle if run by the passenger.
Bottom line... $40 and a mount brings increased situational awareness to the FTM-400DR. $24 more makes it an IGate.
If you get a Winbook and you want Windows to treat your Micro SD card like a normal hard drive, check out this forum from the Micro Center tech support site: www.mctsol.com/...
Crackerjack video.... you obviously have public speaking experience... no "ummm".. "ahhhh", or other noises! No skipping around.. Went from A to B to C, etc..Thank you for a great production.
I wish all HAM Clubs conducted such clear, concise educational sessions... HAM Radio would attract a lot more participants.
By far the best instructive video I've seen on a fairly complex topic. You clearly have great presenter skills. Thanks.
Thank you so much for this video. Followed your instructions to a T and it works flawlessly. If anyone is considering this set up just RUN don't walk to your Ham store and get the radio and one of these tablets. You won't be disappointed!!!!!
+James Brown, thanks for the feedback. Not only is it nice to hear that the time spent putting together the video was worthwhile to someone, but your use case may inspire someone else to do something similar. A couple of comments. One, since you're using this for SAR, you might want to look into the program SARTrack. I haven't used it personally, but I know it's the only APRS client built with SAR as the main focus. It may offer you some features that APRSIS32 does not. Its programmer is fairly active on the TAPR APRS mailing list and I understand that the SARTrack folks maintain a mailing list of their own for SAR professionals and volunteers that are using APRS. So, even if you stay with APRSIS32, it might be worth checking out just for the mailing list. Two, the one downside of using the FTM-400DR is that you can't send out third party objects from it that are generated by the computer. If you want to send objects to your folks in the field, you might want to consider hooking up to another radio like the Kenwood TM-281A via a handmade PTT circuit or a Mobilinkd TNC. My video "Budget APRS Mapping Solution and Portable Battery Box" talks about the Kenwood/Mobilinkd connection a little. I haven't done SAR operations, but if I were, I think this ability to throw objects on the map in the middle of an operation would be useful. I hope Yaesu opens up this functionality to us. In the meantime, this is a technique for getting the computer control without shelling out for something like the Kenwood TM-710. Three, I'm just down the road south of Nashville. At some point I'd like to pick your brain on procedures and lessons learned from using APRS in search and rescue operations. I'm also an EMA volunteer and we've talked about doing something similar here. Please let me know next time you all have a public relations event and setup to talk to the public. I'll try to come up. Four, I've been using this setup in my car for a couple of months now. I find the GPS in the U600 to be a bit flaky. It works, particularly since the packet transmissions are based on the Yaesu, not the U600, but if you want to keep your map spot on (for your own situational awareness), you might want to use something else as the GPS source for APRSIS32... a USB GPS puck or a Bluetooth GPS device, for example. Every so often I glance down and see that the U600 has insufficient satellites for a fix. For what I use it for, it's not a big issue. For you, it could be a really big deal. As for your question about connecting this setup to the 100, I haven't done it but just last week one of the other commenters, sacul74, reported that he had made it work. You wouldn't of seen the comment because I just noticed that TH-cam flagged it as possible spam. I just cleared it. I'll ask him how he did it and hopefully we can add the instructions here.
That's a very slick setup. This was shared on the FTM-300 email reflector.
Thank you for letting me know. I replaced that car several years back. While I did move over the 400, I did not maintain the rest of the setup. It was nice, but I just assumed one day the tablet would cause me to get a window broken out by someone who thought it was worth something.
A note to those who may want to replicate this project in the future. Earlier this month my U600 stopped providing data via FreedomPop. Each time it would try to get on the network it would fail and would refer me to a webpage that I could of course not access, since I had no data. Well, I finally, installed the U600 on a computer in the house. When I got the webpage redirect, I rolled the computer in question to WiFi and refreshed the page. The message was a simple one form FreedomPop. "Your current plan is not enabled for 3G, click here for plans that are." I am positive that when I signed up for the plan that powers the U600 currently (Basic 500MB) that it was for 3G data and 3G ONLY, so I don't know what gives. The next cheapest plan that is listed with 3G access is $3.99 a month. Be advised if you're thinking about going this route.
Not sure what my next step is. In the meantime, I've been running the tablet without Internet. As we talked about in the video, it will continue to display whatever the radio hears just fine.
Mr. Bigglesworth, absolutely. Any packets your radio hears and decodes will be displayed without an internet connection. All the internet connection does is populate objects that are beyond the hearing of your radio and passes objects that you do hear to APRS-IS making you an IGate on wheels.
Mr. Bigglesworth, I haven't tried YAAC with the 400.
Glad to hear it's useful. I'm trying to replicate this with a smaller Android device but haven't had luck short of buying a Bluetooth adapter for the radio. Even then, the packet data isn't as complete as it is with this setup.
+Dallas Clements First attempt with the 100DR did not have any luck. But I am sure it was based on setup. Hope to work on it this weekend.
I have used an adapter by Samsung micro usb to regular female usb. then plugged ftm400 into it. I can't remember the aprs software I used. but I remember I needed to download an app from the app store by prolific technologies. think it's pl2303 u art or multi port. I'll post the aprs app if I can find it
I believe it was U2APRS. I think aprs Droid worked as well
+KC9TDC Good to know. I ended up pulling this tablet from my dash because it was a bit to obtrusive on my crowded dash. This setup is now part of an APRS go kit for special events. An Android phone may be a good compromise size wise for the car.
google for aprs 51WG6. Thats all you need :) 73 de oh2fxd
I like your setup. Thank you for all the information, it's priceless. I've been interested in this radio. Your video convinced me to get it. Thanks again.
Thanks. The data cable comes standard with the 400.
First of all, thank you so much for the video. It's extremely helpful, concise and easy to understand. I just purchased an FTM-400DR over the weekend from HRO as part of their Black Friday promotion along with Yaesu's current Holiday Season Rebate which made it a no-brainer. I knew when I purchased it that the TNC isn't "fully" accessible to the user but successfully tested it with a Signalink USB using a Yaesu CT-164 cable to interface it to a Windows machine running UZ7HO's SoundModem. I'm wondering if you've thought about trying that route/setup with a Windows tablet running both UZ7HO and APRSISCE/32 and if a Windows tablet would have enough "horsepower" to do the softmodem for packet that way you could fully digipeat, IS to RF, etc.? Guess most Windows tablets only have a single USB 2.0 port so you'd have to use a USB hub to keep both the FreedomPop and Signalink USB connected to the tablet. - Thanks in advance!
Thanks for the comment. Glad you found the video helpful. When I scrounge up some time again, the next video will be on reconfiguring the packet path specifications on the 400 in order send a message over a very long distance without flooding all the Digis along the way.
Back to your question. No, I hadn't though about using a device like a Signalink to force the triggering of the PTT circuit in order to send third party objects, Digipeat, or to be a two way IGate. I have not run Sound Modem at the same time as APRSIS32, but I have run Dire Wolf at the same time and that worked fine. I've even run digital modes through Ham Radio Deluxe on that tablet before, so I'm reasonably certain it could handle the load. Interesting idea. It hasn't occurred to me.
2021 just bought that Winbook TW700 -second hand super cheap- to make the connections through a Mobilinkd with a Baofeng handy radio. But also I'll try it with cable connections to my TM-D710 Kenwood to see what happens. Greetings from Perú.
Thank you for this video. I run a 400DR in my car and have the new 100DR at home and I am looking at replicating this on the 100DR at home. Thanks.
Did you get this working on FTM-100?
An update on the U600. I finally got a response from Freedompop. Apparently the free 500MB a month service is for 4G only. The U600 only does Wimax 4G, not LTE. So, as Sprint is sunsetting Wimax now, the U600 doesn't have a 4G option. If you get a U600 in the future, you'll have to pay for a 3G plan for it. The cheapest one is $3.99 a month.
What difference in info on the pad would there be if the Freedom Pop wasn't integrated in to the system?
The Freedom Pop you have seem to be obsolete, are there other options you'd recommend?
Obviously I don't have much of a clue about electronics. I've had my Yaesu 8800 for 6 years and still can't program it.
Thanks for the vid, pretty sweet set up!
Try, Try and Try again and soon you will succeed. Got it setup last night and running beautifully. I have several I-Gates near me but traffic is coming in. Thanks and 73 KC9DAL
+sacul74 What steps did you have to take to make it work? Was APRSIS32 able to connect using the same 350 settings? Was there configuration that had to take place on the radio side? I've already had a couple people ask me about doing this with their 100.
Dallas, nothing special for the 100 compared to your instructions.
+sacul74 So you got this set up working with the FTM-100DR? I'm considering that radio for mobile, and this set up is exactly what I've been longing for.
+Teak Phillips did you get this setup to work with the 100?
Thank You for this information we do plan on doing this. We I mean Jefferson County Search Dog Association in Louisville, Ky. We are a Search and Rescue team volunteer only, though dispatched via public safety and EMA. We are getting this set up and we will be using it. APRS is our life blood. Have the FTM-400dr in my truck and the Chief. We use it to track our team in to a scene and also to track our team in the field and everything you showed us is awesome. Thought you might want to know what good this has done. Want to know if this will work with the 100dr also. Have Facebook with ecommtrailer and another Auxcomm Louisville you can check out our trailer this will be used in conjunction with.
What are you using for an antenna on your vehicle? I just passed my Technician exam two nights ago, and I am studying for my General. Mobile is the way I want to start out.
Thanks!
+Lucas DeClerck A Diamond NR770HB, if memory serves.
Great video! Do you think this might work with an iPhone 6 as a WiFi Hotspot? Assuming, of course, my iPhone 6 with work with my Win10 Tablet.
Bret Jessee, I don't see any reason why it wouldn't work as long as tethering is enabled by your cellular provider through your phone (or you've jail broken it to do the same).
I have a Yaesu FT7900 in the car as my dedicated APRS radio and. FT8800 for my regular use radio. Are you using your using your dual VFO radio strictly for APRS or for both APRS and voice?
Love the video! Where did you get, or we can find the data cable?
Awesome video...I just purchased the same radio and I have a Microcenter in town..
I really like your set up. 73 KC0LKV
Good video! Very easy to follow. I bet there have been a few improvements since 2015 to Windows tablets. Are you still running this setup or have you upgraded anything? Good to know that APRS doesn't use that much data.
Kevin KE0UXC
I'm actually not running this any more. I figured the guy deciding whether or not to break into my car wouldn't know or care that the tablet he was seeing was worth less than $50.
Excellent video Dallas. A quick question. Is there any benefit to connecting the radio to my computer using the ARPSIS32 program on my PC which is connected to the net? Will I see the same information duplicated if it's connected to the web and also getting data via RF on 144.390? Thank you. Vincent
That really depends on your area. If there are holes in IGate coverage, you may see things on the RF side that aren't getting passed on to the Internet. In fact, you could be the IGate for that traffic and be part of the larger APRS infrastructure. Beyond that, I always think there is value to RF based APRS, especially in emergencies. It's basically an incredibly resilient radio based computer network. I use the Internet to augment the radio side when available, but fundamentally radio is still the backbone of this network.
Great video, very informative.. I have a question, do you know if the 400 is charging the tablet when connected..? Since the tablet only has one usb port, it would important to charge at the same time its sendi data.
The 400 is not charging the tablet. The tablet is charged via the micro USB port. The 400 is plugged into the USB A port. Not every tablet has a USB A port. The Winbook does.
I am curious if this is possible with the ftm-300dr? I would like to run a similar setup linked to my ipad for off roading in groups.
Unfortunately, I couldn't say. I don't have experience with the FTM-300DR.
What mount are you using for the tablet ? I would like to see a more detailed video about how you installed everything before i jump in myself. however this looks like the aprs solution ive been looking for.
Akron TAB806. I don't have this setup in my car anymore so there won't be any follow-up videos. The installation was straight forward. I just had to drill some holes in the dash for the tablet mount. I put the holes under an overhang in the dash so that now that it is out, you still can't see the holes. The holes were for 1/8 inch wide bolts.
Post setting the com port and baud rate returning to the place to check the boxes, my call sign does not appear in the call sign box?
I finally brought one of FTM-400XDR at Huntsville hamfest Aug 19,2017
I still use the 400 as my daily driver and I'm happy with it. I don't run the tablet except on special occasions, these days. I still wish the TNC were user accessible so we could do packet Winlink or run a digipeater in a pinch.
Great video. Does the set up also work for Group Mode? If so are there any changes that need to be made between the two? Thank you
Derek Gustafson, it doesn't work for Group Mode. Wish it did so we could merge the two standards.
Great video and setup! What are you using now? Many of your components in this video no longer exist.
Thank you. I still have the 400, but I'm not using a tablet to visualize where folks are at anymore. I became concerned over time that the big tablet on my dash would be too tempting a target for smash and grab thieves. I do miss it, though.
@@dclements42 true that! I mounted my 400XDR control head down below in the little cubby hole on the dash of my Tacoma. Takes a few seconds longer to get a GPS lock, but it's pretty much invisible to passers by. Antenna is disguised as a traditional car antenna so as not to attract attention. 73!
So far I've only got one snag, prefetching maps. I've searched online and your instructions are the same but when I click "screen"there is no option for maps.
I ended up getting a Verizon/Novatel MiFi Jetpack 7730L hotspot and have enabled WiFi GPS and installed the virtual NNMEA Serial-USB COMPort drivers on a Win10 tablet. I have both set to 9600/8/1/N, GPS Enabled in APRSIS32 and see NMEA Opening - NMEA OK on APRSIS32, but still get no fix. The webpage for the Jetpack shows a fix is available and moving, so somehow the stream sin't getting into APRSIS32. Any tips appreciated! Bret/N4SRN
Hi, this is still the go to video for this setup. I have it working on two tablets but the gps info isn’t passing into aprsis32.
It is collecting aprs stations as I disable the internet on the tablet so not sure if you have seen gps not showing up.
Thanks in advance for any suggestions. 73 de AJ6EE
Am curious if that Freedom Pop U600 couldn't be plugged into the laptop/tablet and why you'd need a phone? Thanks. Nelson
Nelxon M., yes, it can be plugged into a tablet or laptop. In fact, the device in this video is a tablet running a full version of Windows.
I'm a little confused here. I bought a WinBook TW700... new in the box. I charged it up and did a side by side comparison with my wife's Apple tablet. I started both units and connected them to WiFi. Then I went to APRS.FI simultaneously. They both brought up the APRS.FI screen, but the WinBook doesn't show any stations or data... just a map. Is this because the WinBook doesn't have a GPS in it? Thanks in advance.
Hmm. That doesn't make sense to me. I'm not sure why you'd experience that. The GPS shouldn't factor in. If you go to APRS.FI with a desktop or a laptop (also with no GPS), you'd still see stations.
Yes, I'm stumped. I loaded APRSISCE32 on the WinBook and it seems to show most targets. The whole unit is very twitchy... periodically the battery level icon pops up and you can't get rid of it. I think I will just pick up an Apple Tablet and use that.
I'm running FTM 350R right now ! but thinking of getting one soon maybe my birthday on Jan 6 you can see N4MJG- 1 I love to own FTM 400DR
I'm not a total fan of the 400. I think the GPS sensitivity should be better. At the very least, they should have used a more common connector for the external GPS antenna so everyone isn't forced to make their own and hope it works. Occasionally, the touch screen goes wonky and insists I'm clicking somewhere that I'm clearly not. I went with it because I wanted a dual VFO rig with APRS integration. On rebate, it was within my range. I pine for the Kenwood radios that allow you to access the TNC for more than just receiving APRS packets... digipeating and Winlink, mostly. I'm a little annoyed that I can't send third party objects through the USB cable on this rig.
wow Another fantastic video thanks 73 from kb2uew
Thank you
Dallas why did you go with the Yaesu 400DR and not a Kenwood Radio? I am thinking about a Kenwood TM-D710GA since it can support all APRS functionality (resending other APRS packets) and having a full TNC vs the limited KISS Yaesu one but the "newer" look and UI features of the Yaesu look appealing. Are you still happy with your decision?
My preference was the TM-710. Still is. At the time, though, the 400DR was about $200 cheaper. A couple years later I pick up a used 710. It is in my go kit so I can do packet, full APRS, or dual VFO voice.
@@dclements42 Thank you Dallas for coming back and answering those questions. Really helpful and I think I'll go with a 710 then.
@@rocklover28 I don't know if you live in a Winlink packet town, but there are 4-5 Winlink nodes in my town that are running V or U. For a very localized outage like after a tornado, that could be handy. The 710 accommodates 9600 baud well.
@@dclements42 I do... I have two in town on V and was thinking about that as well. I want to get into packet radio to do email while playing up in the mountains (Central WA state) and for EMCOMM. Another reason to go with the 710 since it has a full access TNC.
Dallas C Did u ever try to run Winlink client from that micro center tablet or a Win10 machine to your ftm-400? If so, do u use the same data cable. Also what packet interface did u use?
Great video. Do you think this will work using a Kenwood TM-D710A?
+Kevin Corns, the 710 is an extremely popular APRS rig and I know lots of people have hooked it up to APRS software before. However, since I don't own one I can't walk you through the steps. I do know this. The TNC on the 710 is user accessible, so you would be able to transmit objects generated by the computer and not just receive them. This is a nice improvement over what the 400 offers.
How about the FTM 400 XDR ?
Sorry, great video! Very informative!
Could you do this with a tablet with a USB C to usb converter?
Unfortunately, I don't know. I haven't tried.
Do you know the model number for the Arkon mount you are using for the WinBook TW700?
TAB806
Can you explain installing the drivers to use the data cable?
I have recently added aprsisce32 to my new Lenovo Tablet with Windows 10. I loaded aprsisce32 and have got the setup done. But I see a problem....(1) no satalittes showing at bottom of page....(20) I dont see any movement of my call sign (WA6DDF-9) when I am on the road. ...I think it may be do to not having any of the setting in each of the catagories show at the top of the page....can you send me a list of what those settings should be? Oh, btw, I am using the FTM400DR with the included data cable. and any other info you can pass off to me about setting it all up. Thank you ...Joe-WA6DDF
HI Joe
HI Joe NN7K
so could you obtain the same functionality using just a straight gps unit plugged into the computer the same way your using the freedompop device minus the igating?
+Mike Sloan For some reason this message was caught in the spam filter but none of the others were. Anyway, the answer to this question is yes. Unfortunately, the tablet that I'm using here doesn't have GPS but it could be added. Also, it's worth noting that if you are stationary (like at Field Day) you could manually set your location on the map without the need for a GPS unit at all.
Question: I have been off the air for 30+ years and just started again a few months back. I am finding a lot has changed over the years and need some help. I have the Yeasu 400 and would like to set it up. Can you give a list of things needed to buy to track? Remember I have been off the air for a long time and feel like a beginner so need info in easy terms lol.
If you're just looking for vehicle tracking, you won't require any additional equipment beyond the 400. The tablet seen here just helps with visualization of packets received and the cellular device helps provide spot reports to APRS-IS on stations heard.
Thanks, I am still trying to catch up with the new technology. So if I hear you right the 400 has all I need and if I hook it up to a laptop I should be ok? Does it work with google map?
+buzzsah Not Google Maps. You'll have to use an APRS program for the packets to plotted on a map. APRSISCE32 is the program that is running on the tablet. It uses Offline Street Maps.
O, thanks, you have been a big help.
Forget to add that I have a WiFi hotspot device thru my cellphone provider (T-Mobile) for the APRS setup...
Cannot find screen/map/Prefetch on the program I downloaded.
Can you tell me what cable you are using and which data port should be used to connect the ftm-400. Thank you.
The SCU-20 PC cable that comes with the radio connects to the mini-DIN port on the back of the radio and a USB port on your computer.
Dallas Clements
Thank you, found my box. It had the cable in it. And soon I will find my manual.
I wonder if there is a data cable/extension that would allow the radio to be remotely mounted and still connect to the tablet mounted in the dash area.
Yes, you can extend the data cable by using a simple USB extension cable.
Dallas Clements - Thank you
doesnt the ftm-400 have gps? why do you need the freedom pops gps info as opposed to the ftm's gps info? does the ftm's gps info get passed to the aprs software ?
The 400 does have a GPS, however, you can't push coordinates from the 400 to the client computer at the same time packets are being sent down the USB cable. At least not that I've found.
Hello, do you know if there is any way to snag the c4fm location data to output in to aprsis32? it would be neat especially on wires-x.
Unfortunately, I don't know the answer to that question.
Oh, My Windows 8 tablet (ACER T100) has built in GPS, any idea hos to set software up for that?
You'd have to determine which com port the GPS is assigned to and select it in APRSISCE32.
can this setup also function as a tracker at the same time it is monitoring other station positions on the map.... you said data cant be sent from the tablet to the radio, so does this indeed exclude this setup from enabling you to act as a tracker simultaneously?..... there is no way to send out position reports ( tracking) from the ftm-400 while using this setup?, if thats true, it sounds like someone really goofed somewhere..... or if the radio wont receive data from the tablet, can the radio at leaast act as a tracker on its own while using this setup?
The 400 continues to beacon on its own even after the tablet is hooked up. The tablet is just "listening in" on what the radio hears. I just meant that you can't generate additional packets (club meeting here, power lines reported down here, repeater located here, etc) on the tablet and have the radio transmit it on the tablet's behalf.
+Dallas Clements so you couldn't send a message (email, winlink) to another station from the tablet, but you could from the radio, which the radio can do anyway...yes?
I heard rumors that yaesu might release a firmware updated to change this one way communication issue....if we want to call it an "issue"
Thanks for ur replies by the way...
+Mike Sloan, that's correct. You can only send the messages from the radio. All the tablet is doing for you (pending any future firmware upgrade from Yaesu) is helping you see received APRS objects on the map and IGate them if you have internet on the tablet.
Dallas Clements can you get the gps from the radio over the comport as well? So we could see our own location off the radio instead of relying on a separate gps?
Justin Jackson, as I understand it, it's one or the other. In the radio's menu, you have to specify what you want pushed through the cable to the computer... GPS data or packet data.
Dallas, would this same set up work with the FTM-350R?
It should. The configuration option in APRSISCE32 is actually listed as FTM-350. I haven't tried it, though.
I know this is a old video but I have some questions. Is there a way to contact you? Thank you for the video...
Callsign @arrl.net.
I found a way to transmit and receive packets and messages using a TNCX on the FTM-400XDR. Its not a one way APRS data port.
How?
This will allow me to upload other aprs stations that I receive, how do I upload my own aprs beacon onto the net?
Do you know if the Yaesu FTM-400xdr will allow the tablet connection?
I don't think I understand your question.
@@dclements42 do you know if the xdr has a data port and you would be able to connect a tablet to it as you have done? I'm looking at purchasing the xdr.
@@Dennis-tf2cs The radio has a data port. With regard to connecting to a tablet, I can only speak to tablets operating on a Windows OS. That works. Can't speak for Android or iOS.
Would it work with the new Yaesu FTM-100DR as well?
Another individual commented here that it did work on the 100, too.
Do you know if this can be done with the FTM100DR also? N2JRF
Yes
I believe so, but then you couldn't use your radio. The FTM400 has dual radios so you can receive APRS and still make receive/send on the other half.
Can you send out from the FTM-100 using the SCU-20 cable at this point with any firmware updates? If not, can I even use a TNC with the FTM-100 to do so?
Dallas, do you have any updates on this setup?
For some reason, Microcenter changed all versions of their Winbook to in-store only.
Thanks for the heads up. It might be for the best. Just last night I had to open the case on mine to disconnect the battery to force a hard reset because it wouldn't respond to the power button. While the price is great, the product isn't bulletproof. There are five or so other companies making Windows tablets for more money, to include Dell and HP. I believe the next cheapest is $99 new. You may be able to grab a used one for a price comparable to the Winbook.
if i buy a tablet with windows 10 will this setup still work? or do I need a winbook?
A normal Windows 10 tablet will work. I just used a Winbook because it was the least expensive Windows 10 tablet I could find at the time.
@@dclements42 thank you for your time and your video it will be helpful when I set this
Tnx. Nelson
Thanks
Is that a subaru? How hard was the mount?
Bill Broadley, that's a Camry. It was pretty easy. I drilled four 1/8 holes on the underside of the A/C control panel and mounted the tablet holder with four small bolts. It's been a few years since I've owned this car, but I think I just had the head unit for the radio standing up in a storage space in the dash. I had to remove the door to get the clearance needed.
Thanks for the video, I am looking to just set up an I-gate in my town since there is none close enough in the area to pick up local hand held aprs beacons and all I have an FTM-400 and my desktop windows computer here in the shack. I just need to receive them to put them on the map is all. Looks like maybe all I need is the APRS IS-32 software and I can do it with my desktop, am I missing something or should this work for me, thanks and 73! wd0akx
RadioHamGuy should work a Windows tab is the same as a desktop
nice!
Any links to this software you are using?
aprsisce.wikidot.com/downloads
Any luck for FTM100D doing this?
Unknown. I don't own that radio.
or I guess if your tab/computer had an internal gps?
Yes on both counts. Or, if all you wanted to do is see the packets displayed on a map and you aren't concerned about the map automatically centering on your position, you can omit the GPS all together.
I have the same setup as you, without the mobile hotspot. I can't get the aprs data to go for the radio to the tabler, or my location to update on aprs-is. Would you mind helping me troubleshoot my setup? Can I contact you off youtube? K7DN
I have a ARRL email address
I hear you about the busy dash. Here's what I have setup with help from your video th-cam.com/video/4PrZ02WCiQQ/w-d-xo.html
This is a huge help! Great video! ~kd8vui
Glad you like it
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I can my call sign of N4MJG-1 I live Tullahoma Tenn
I'm in Tullahoma often.