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What is ALC? Where should I set it? And why...
The ALC limits the output power, protecting your rig from over-power and over-heating, especially in the Final Amplifier circuit. It does this by applying a bias voltage to the input signal, essentially clamping down on your signal as it is increased.
As you increase the input signal, the more ALC voltage, as displayed on your ALC meter, will be applied.
The trick is to find the balance between having enough input signal power to drive your system to your desired output power, and having so much input that your ALC limiting voltage begins to affect the quality of the output signal, and I’ll show you where that is in the demo.
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73 de Tom, ND3N
As you increase the input signal, the more ALC voltage, as displayed on your ALC meter, will be applied.
The trick is to find the balance between having enough input signal power to drive your system to your desired output power, and having so much input that your ALC limiting voltage begins to affect the quality of the output signal, and I’ll show you where that is in the demo.
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73 de Tom, ND3N
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FT-710 AESS Breakdown: Necessity or Not?
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aesu FT-710 AESS 1. Intro (comment) This video takes a look at the Yeasu FT-710 Acoustic Enhanced Speaker System or AESS. We're going to explore what AESS is, how does it work, adjustments to personalize it for your ears, and answer the question do you really need it? Links: Where to purchase the AESS Version: www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-018101 Where to Purchase the Field Version: www.ha...
Using the Yaesu FT-710 in the CW Mode - an overview...
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An overview and discussion of what you’ll need to operate CW, setting up your rig for transmitting CW, decoding received CW, 3 ways to record and playback pre-recorded CW messages, and a few simple things to improve your receive signal. Links: Yaesu FT-710 Manufacturer page: tinyurl.com/h3xw9u8f Buy an FT-710: www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-018101 - Do a search for FT-710 on the HRO main pa...
North American QSO Party (NAQP) RTTY Rules and such...
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The North American QSO party, or NAQP, is held six times a year. It comes in three flavors: CW, SSB, and RTTY and is held twice a year during the winter months and during the summer months, so for the RTTY flavor, operations will be from 1800 UTC on July 20th to 0559 UTC on July 21st. Links: The “Deep Dive” Set-up Video: ua-cam.com/video/_x1H5ls8EJI/v-deo.html NAQP Overview Website: ncjweb.com/...
N3FJP Error on Startup
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You can only use a COM Port on a single instance of software. So, what if you’re using the COM Port for WSJT-x and then want to run the N3FJP software? This video shows the workaround to this problem. This is a link to the original video that generated the comment that I received. ua-cam.com/video/7izQujBK1U8/v-deo.html And here are the chapters covering each step… Chapters: 00:58 WSJT-x Settin...
Original 13 Colonies - a very brief announcement
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Every year, during the first week of July, there is an operating activity that celebrates the original 13 colonies of the United states. This is not a contest, there are no winners or losers. Instead this is a special event spread out across all of the original 13 colonies that became the first states of the US. A clean sweep is to work all 13 colony stations, and full sweep adds the British st...
The Fearless Decision: FT-DX101MP Revealed
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Yes, it’s a Yaesu FT-DX101MP. Some of you may recall that I’ve mentioned that I’ve never operated with more than 100 Watts, so why did I choose this radio over the DX101D? I did some additional research that helped me make up my mind, and I’ll be sharing what I found out in this video. HRO Links: FT-DX101D: www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=71-002985 FT-DX101MP: www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=71...
Using your FT-dx10 for Winlink / VARA HF and VarAC Ragchews
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In this ham shack chat I'm responding to a request from a viewer to discuss a few things about the VARA HF virtual terminal node controller, or TNC, or modem. So, Rebecca this ones for you. VARA HF Is a powerful data exchange tool. It is free to download and use. However, for a one time fee you can register this software and get some additional capability. This registration can be used on multi...
FT-710 & FT-DX10 - Of Mice and Monitors
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Let’s take a look at connecting a monitor and a mouse. What problems should you avoid? How can this improve your operations? Where can I get a monitor and a mouse that will work with my rig? All these questions and more will be addressed in this video. Chapters: 01:51 Rig Connections 05:29 A problem with DVI-D Video Ports 09:54 Radio Settings for Mice and Monitors Radio information and where to...
Challenging assumptions: Band Stacking vs. Presets vs. RT-Systems
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The Yaesu FT-710 packs a lot of features into a little small package at a very reasonable cost. Are all of the features useful, or even needed? In general, I would say yes. However, in the case of Band-Stacking and Presets, the jury is still out with me - so, I’ll let you decide for yourself. Links: Yaesu FT-710 page: tinyurl.com/2pdpp5sr Where to buy: HRO - AESS Model: www.hamradio.com/detail....
The long slow method of updating your RMS List...
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Just the other day, as I was going through my morning routine of checking for any WinLink messages received, I got the notice that my RMS list needed to be updated. So I updated it. This is a pretty quick process as it uses the Internet connection on my computer to update those files. But there is another option end in previous videos when I pointed it out I strongly recommended never doing it ...
A Stack of Ham Radios... More than just a balancing act...
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This video looks at four radios that I’m lucky enough to have in my shack. If you were to ask me which one was my favorite, I’d have to tell you - whichever one I’m playing with at the moment. And I do use them on an almost daily basis… The following links are where you can get more information about each radio and where you can purchase each one. ICOM IC-7300: Brochure: tinyurl.com/m73d37xv Bu...
Overcoming Initial Challenges with the Yaesu FT -710
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In this video, I’ll be taking you through the first steps of installing the FT-710 drivers onto your computer and showing you how to update your new rig’s firmware. While doing this for myself, I ran into a few problems and a google search showed that I wasn’t the only person who experienced these troubles. There was a lot of advice and information given, but after trying just about everything ...
The Ultimate Guide to FT dx10 SSB Setup Success
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In this video I’ll be taking you through the settings on your Yaesu FT-dx10, to optimize your SSB operations. If you use a microphone, you'll want to watch this! Everyone has a different voice, uses different microphones, and are in different operating conditions and environments. There is no single set of settings that will universally be optimum for everyone. The settings I’ll be showing you ...
Unlocking the secrets of the FT-dx10's Outer Tuning Dial
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In this video, I’m presenting the Multi Purpose VFO Outer Dial, or MPVD on Yaesu’s FT-dx10 Hybrid SDR HF radio. This is a powerful tool that can greatly enhance your ham radio operations. I’ll go through everything that I could find about this new technology (I haven’t seen it on any other Ham Radio before). Chapters: 00:41 Center Knob Tension Setting 01:27 The Custom Select (C.S.) Button 03:59...
Mastering your FT-dx10 with WSJT-x for FT8/FT4
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Mastering your FT-dx10 with WSJT-x for FT8/FT4
Essential Easy First Steps for Yaesu FT-dx10...
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Essential Easy First Steps for Yaesu FT-dx10...
Secrets of FL Digi CW Setup Plus a bit more
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Secrets of FL Digi CW Setup Plus a bit more
The Perfect Trio: N3FJP, FL-Digi, and RTTY
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From the Cheapest to the Most Expensive Ham Radios in the world. 2024 Edition
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From the Cheapest to the Most Expensive Ham Radios in the world. 2024 Edition
If you need a single sided headset, the Heil Micro Pro is the one!
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If you need a single sided headset, the Heil Micro Pro is the one!
Boost Your Efficiency: Time-Saving Tips for Multiple Rigs in N3FJP's Amateur Contact Log
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Boost Your Efficiency: Time-Saving Tips for Multiple Rigs in N3FJP's Amateur Contact Log
Ham Radio Digital Harmony: IC-7300, WSJT-x, GridTracker, and N3FJP ACL
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Ham Radio Digital Harmony: IC-7300, WSJT-x, GridTracker, and N3FJP ACL
Supercharge IC-7300/WSJT-x with GridTracker: A Game-Changing Combo
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Supercharge IC-7300/WSJT-x with GridTracker: A Game-Changing Combo
Master your IC-7300 WSJT-x Setup for flawless communication
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Master your IC-7300 WSJT-x Setup for flawless communication
Unlock the Secrets: Exploring ICOM IC-7300 Menu Options
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Unlock the Secrets: Exploring ICOM IC-7300 Menu Options
ICOM IC-7300 "Out of the Box" First Steps
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ICOM IC-7300 "Out of the Box" First Steps
25 HF Multi-Band Verticals (Kinda-Sorta) Randomly picked
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Unlocking the Magic of HF Band Propagation
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Unlocking the Magic of HF Band Propagation
Master WinLink Express: AutoConnect with Vara HF!
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Master WinLink Express: AutoConnect with Vara HF!
Interesting video! The set up for the FT-710 the setup is already in the presets and the default works. FYI the cert for the JS8Call website has expired so you might get a security risk warning.
no me abre
Try loading it in admistrator mode
Hi Tom. Thanks for all your FT-891 videos and tips. I recently purchased one about a month ago. Your tips and explanations of the menus have been a big help getting familiar with it. I do have a question, until just a few days ago i was able to get audio out of the top mounted speaker or an external speaker plugged into the back. When necessary if I plugged my headphones into the side I got audio fine. Now I can only hear audio when plugged into the side jack. I have the switch on the back of the head set to phone. I am thinking that it must be some menu function that I changed. Any information or suggestions would be apptreciated.
I just pulled my 891 out of my car and put it back in my shack. Took a bit, but I finally got things working and I haven’t been able to re-create your issue. The OM is useless, but I’ll play with it more over the next few days and if I find a correctable oopsie, I’ll put out a short video with the fix…. 73
@ND3N Hi Tom, I called Yaesu and did a full reset. The decision by both the Yeasu tech, Roger, and myself is that the headphone jack is faulty. Thank goodness since I just purchased it on 7/27, DXengineering replaced it. After a 25-minute drive to their store, I was on the road with the replacement. My XYL sometimes wishes we lived further away 😁. I may have been the only ham to have experienced this issue. Thanks again for the informative videos.
Hopefully, you didn't go through too much trouble removing your Ft-891 from your truck.
Very hard to follow you I'm doing it on my phone and I have RX spotpass you said something different and then whatever you mentioned for the grids tab just isn't there I need to update these if you put them
Sorry about that. There have been some changes, especially to that video, so an updated video with the info will be out in a few days…. 73
Thanks a lot, Tom, for detailed yet compact video with all we need to master this great rig! Have the best QSOs and 73!
You are welcome!
Most of your videos are the most essential brief and solid answer to almost any question you would spend hours investigating FTdx 10 manual otherwise. GREAT THANKS FOR EXCELLENT JOB and for your help to all newbies and professionals!!! God bless you! 73!💛💙
Wow, thank you!
Hello I would like to thank you for sharing your knowledge with others. I find your videos have just the right balance of info versus explanation. You are helping me understand my new FTDX10 I'm paralysed and therefore unable to press buttons etc. I control my Windows pc by voice using Dragon Dictate. I want to operate my new Yaesu FTDX10 with Ham Radio Deluxe so I can use WSJT-X. I am struggling to get HRD - Yaesu FTDX10 - WSJT-X working together so how about creating a new video explaining how to do this? Many thanks Mike 2E0UMF
Yes ownership of ham radios has been criminalized this was done actually in the United States during world war I. The government also withdrew their permission slips to all the amateurs during both of these wars.
Thanks for the link to psk reporter my only internet access is my cell phone and I can check my activity getting out there if I can figure out how to config ure that site to show just me.
Very informative Tom! Can I assume similar settings for the Ftdx10?
The main difference is using the preset that the DX10 has, but I believe the WSJTx settings are the same.
Just use Yaesu's own ft8 instructions, they work.
Thanks
Still not sure what the Yaesu's ALC is. Is it just a level control that keeps the TX output stages from being overdriven? Also, if the input level is beyond the linear dynamic range of the ALC why the meter reading doesn't indicate that fact is strange in my opinion. Also, I would find it reasonable for anyone using the ALC meter to assume that the highlighted bar section is the normal (acceptable) range of the ALC and nothing to worry about if the indicator doesn't go above that point. I also find a meter that has no calibration marks or suggested input setpoints strange indeed. Here is where I start to go astray, I'm fed up with the Yaesu FT-710 and all its cryptic nomenclature. It is obvious that much of the explanations of what things like ALC do, how to set... etc. is from UA-cam content providers that have discovered most of what they know by (hard fought) experimentation (not a criticism) because it has become painfully obvious to me that they like the rest of us out here in UA-cam land sure as hell didn't get what they know from the most abbreviated radio manual I have ever had the misfortune to use (please don't tell me this manual is just like all the other radio manuals, I didn't buy them but I did buy FT-710 and expect and deserve more). Anyway, enough of this rant, I'm tired of trying to figure out what all the cryptic settings mean and how to use them. I could spend a lifetime researching the info needed to correctly use the FT-710. (PS - by vocation and education I'm an Electrical Engineer and have been a HAM (continuously) for over 66 years, I mention my background only to let you know this "isn't my first rodeo" and strongly suggest that Yaesu needs to get their act (AKA #!@%) together.) Thanks, for your invaluable help Mr. ND3N DE KK6Z 73.
Great comment. I do use the OM for a reference, but have the same frustrations you do. After checking the directions in the OM, I always play with the settings for a few days to figure out how it really works before I put a video together. My background is as an avionics engineer, working my way from technician to a senior avionics engineer, specializing in communications and navigation systems on Air Force One. I retired in mid-June and now am a full-time you-tuber…. 73 de Tom, ND3N
@@ND3N - Air Force One, I'm impressed. Bet getting your Security clearance was every bit as difficult as getting my 'Q' level clearance when I worked for the Atomic Energy Commission (the story is so bizzare you wouldn't believe it if I told you besides, they would probably arrest me if I did). I too am retired, but way too old to do anything like you do with UA-cam. Hell, I have to re-watch your videos several times to let the knowledge sink in.
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I would be curious what the values look like on a swr watt meter when you change the alc.
Unfortunately I had my dummy load on the output of the rig, so my watt meter was not active. That said, the rigs watt meter if always within +/- 2% of my external watt meter.
I think it depends on what you’re demo love the long F8 video you did for the 991 a but this one was perfect with all the technical info that you gave. But all your videos are wonderful, especially for a newbie.
Thanks
I am fond of the shorter format but agree with @antstoes about the subject matter being the driver of video length. "Setup" of anything should be covered in one continuous video nothing is more frustrating than a how-to video that abruptly ends halfway through and there is no part #2 YET (makes me want to pull my hair out).
I guess I'll make it three of us then! For the technical stuff, where we can follow along step by step, I like the shorter videos. But as George says, let the subject matter be the deciding factor. Thanks for all your great info, Tom! 73
Thank you for this information. I have a different issue with mine. My waterfall display is saturated no matter the RF gain setting.
I’ll take a look at mine and see if I can figure this out
@@ND3N Think I figured it partly out. I have a lot of noise in my area and I was using the IPO1 setting (preamp) Its still pretty bad on 40 but on 20 without the IPO I can sue the waterfall
I will have to try this. Back in the day I had to learn CW to get my General license but never used CW for a QSO. Thanks!
I use it as a backup to my ears. I used to be able to copy in my head at around 35wpm, but age is taking its toll…
You always do a good job with your videos. Time to break down 70CM, six meters and 220 MHz.
Thanks. I’ll add that to my plans
Hi, I am watching your ham chat videos and I must say they are very helpful. can you please add these two subjects to your video tutorials: 1. IC 7300 with Js8Call. 2. IC 7300 with VARA and VarAc. 73 Meir/4x1NX
I’ll do that. Thanks for the recommendation
@@ND3N Hi T0m, thanks! It will probably help me and other hams too. 73, Meir 4x1NX.
Thanks that list was very valuable in looking for my first vertical antenna
Glad it was helpful! Which one did you decide on?
Love my 891
Great video… this 891 is all the radio you really need.
I’ll wait until next week.
I've just installed QridTracker 1.24.0814 Those setting in Map aren't there.
They are, but now they’re hidden. I’ll be putting out a video next week explaining the new changes. But if you dig around a bit, you’ll probably find them before I get the video posted
Video is a bit campy but tolerable... and very informative.. thanks so much for video.. you saved me hours of bashing my head against a wall.
dont use ft-8 i like microphones
So do i…. But FT8 is nice for when you just need a brain numbing time.
very helpful video Tom thanks.. 73
Very welcome
I have the 710 and the ft500 mobile, on the mobile I think it is a waste of time and money. I don't see the need of it. I may buy the sp40 and try it to see if it works for me. The problem I am having is some people's voices or the repeaters audio comes across sounding harsh, over modulating scratchy audio, very irritating to my ears. What do you think of Mr. Heils parametric equalizer for cleaner audio?
I don’t have one and I’ve never used one. To be fair, Heil developed that before every radio had one built in, and considering the engineering behind everything else he makes, including the commercial stuff, I can’t imagine it being anything but very effective. Perhaps if I had an older rig, it would be a good add-on.
It’s no DX10!
No it’s not. But I also have one of those. AESS is unique to the 710, so I thought a video explaining it would be useful…
Really appreciate this video… I use an FT991a in my RV, and I am occasionally outside cell coverage. I’m excited to try this!
Glad it was helpful!
A very nice summary. Thank you. A shame about the lack of HDMI issue. 73, Mike M0MTJ
Now do radio to radio! ❤
I know how to do that, in theory, just need to put it into practice before I can pretend to be an expert. In the meantime, check out my videos on VarAC…
Great video! Excellent job simplifying the TCP/UDP multiple port configuration! 73 de K9RI
Glad you enjoyed it!
How do I edit logbook on gridtracker. So if grid is missing to put it in. Also see nothing is being confirmed on the scores page.
GT doesn’t keep a log, but you can open the adif file in WSJT-X and edit it in any text based app.
Hi, minutet 13:13 I had to select RTS to high in order the cat to work. (Seems logic as in your video CAT RTS is set to ON)... 73 Phil ON4VP
Good catch. Thanks
Thanks for the video, Tom. I have never used any digital modes so far and I have unboxed my FTdx10 only about 2 weeks ago, so I am totally new to all these things. Did I get that correctly that for making the FTdx10 working with WSJT-x I only need a commercially available USB (A-B) cable, not any additional cable to plug into the RTTY/DATA port? Just would like to know what to obtain - I do not even have that USB cable at hand as of now. And I hope the configuration on Linux is more or less the same, except for the details regarding the /dev/tty... stuff. 73 de DO1HNR, Henner
Yes, that simple cable is all you need. Not sure what stores you have in Germany, but any store selling computers or similar electronics will have them. They are commonly called printer cables. You can also pick them up on Amazon. You can work RTTY using this cable without a lot of workaround. 73
@@ND3N Ok, thank you for the quick answer. Good to know that the USB cable is the only one required. 🙂 I am familiar with these ones as I have been working in IT all my life and will have no problem to get one, whereas the these other connectors like the RTTY/DATA on the rear of my transceiver still look "weird" to me for now. 😐 Good to know they are "out for scope" for the time being.😉
TU dear OM, was looking for some weeks now and your video is very clear. Everything works fine now. From ON3PDM
New Ham here, just unboxed the FT 891 and FC -50 and very much appreciate these videos. Thank you for breaking it all down and not assuming we know anything. Love how you pointed out and explained what each button, connection was for!
Welcome aboard!
Thanks for the video and information Tom. I'm new to the 991A and your videos are wonderful.
Glad you like them!
Sad really what ever happened to ssb
Hi there, very interesting topic you cover. Thank you. I have a question, I have a FT991A and I wonder qht happens if I pub a mouse via an usb a to b adaptor? Will it work or may I break something inside. Thank you !!! (LU1AJO) Hernán
I’ve never used a mouse with my 991A. I doubt it would work
Tom, what do I need to do to get the receiving b ar up to 60 and my graph to look like yours. Thank you, Jack KJ5EJV. my bar goes from 2.8 to 4.2. I am not getting hardly any contacts.
Adjust your RF gain You can also go into the menu settings and adjust the signal output for receive.
Thanks, I just bought this radio and working on getting my General license. Looking forward to setting it up.
Your going to love it
I have done everything I know how to get the receiving number above 4.2. My range is 2.8 to 4.2. I do have the volume turned up in the Volume Mixer. The signals in the graph are fuzzy not solid. My graph looks different than yours. I have Moni off. My MIC Gain is 60. Any advice. Thank you, jack KJ5EJV
How to get call roster working in grid tracker.
You need to powder your nose Tom. Haha
I’ve never considered that. I’ll take it under advisement…. Lol
I am grateful for your teachings on the 991-a. I just got mine and your videos have helped me tremendously. Thank you.
You are very welcome
Tom 👋
What do I need to do to get the Receiving on the lower left to get up to 60? I am only getting up to 40. Thank you. KJ5EJV
To start, 40 is is good enough for FT8, but try adjusting your RF gain up and down to see how that affects your receive. I like to keep my sensitivity to around 50 ish. And the higher that goes, the more noise you’ll receive. Too low and you’ll start to limit the good signals, and too high you’ll drown them out with the bad signals… QRM/QRN…
@@ND3N I have done everything I know how to get the receiving number above 4.2. My range is 2.8 to 4.2. I do have a question. When I click on the speaker on the lower right and open the Volume Mixer I have System Sounds full volume, JTAlert CallSigns #1 Full Volume, but WSJT-X is greyed out. Sometimes it shows a volume but it goes away. The signals in the graph are fuzzy not solid. My graph looks different than yours. I have Moni off. My MIC Gain is 60. Any advice. Thank you
I used to do FT-8 with my Yaesu FT-840 with siglink. All I had to do was turn my volume up to get the Receiving number up.
Brilliant thanks cool stuff
No worries