Nice, I have been meaning to get a Dstar rig, Right now I do not have one nor do we have any digital repeaters around here, but this made it pretty simple to program. Thanks!
ahhhh. Then you will like this radio. This unit connects to the Internet - creating an access point (for handhelds) to the D-STAR network. Icom got this radio right!
Great video. Thanks for posting it. I was not familiar with Icom. I am moving over to Icom and D-Star from Yeasu. I had my ID-4100A up and running in less than 30 minutes thanks to your video.
Thanks for what you do. I bought a 4100 used, guy before had wiped out repeater list. I am not very tech gifted! With your video was able to get repeater list on radio.Yea!😁😁😃 Again thanks, you are really helping people.
Thanks for sharing Hank! We've also added a link to the Cloning Software directly from the 4100 page for convenience. We hope everyone enjoys the new D-STAR mobile! www.icomamerica.com/en/products/amateur/dstar/id4100a/default.aspx
wow, great video, I just got a 4100 and once my SD card comes in am going to follow your directions. Hope to hear you on the air soon (I am in Tysons) KD4EBL Quick question, do I really need the programing cable or can I just have the software write everything to the SD card and load it from there?
Question..... can you import the repeater list into the radio by way of the software and data cable instead of the sd card. if so can you explain that or make a sort vid on that. love the your videos. easy step by step instructions.
Great video to a point - the software portion doesn't work with an iMac and no suggestions about how to get around that (I know, I know... get a PC). Otherwise appreciate the information.
7100 here and I've learned more here than in the frikkin' manual. Pile of (useless to me) Win software here (RT and Icom). Also not D-staring, just want to put MY freq list into the radio (to match the 64 I had put into my Motorola). Chirp no help. Looking into this file approach you've shown and hope maybe that's the trick. Also want rig control software that i can run on LINUX. Any pointers appreciated, Thanks.
total waste of time. 'tarded I'm tellin' ya. re frikkin' tarded how far behind in technology they keep these radios. I hope SDR isn't as disappointing. And I also HOPE I don't have to manually program every stinkin' repeater and othersuch into every frikkin' memory slot of this thing. blah blah blah. Let's go fishin.
I see this is an older video ( great btw). Quick question- did you use the optional data cable? I didn’t see this application. Very expensive option for a cable. Thanks!
Instead of connecting to the rig with the cable, all you needed to do was to save the settings to the SD card, then remove the SD card and put it in the PC, then the ID-4100 cloning software can open the ICF file, then you import the repeater list to the ICF file.. save the file. then put the card back into the rig and load the file.. no need to use the serial cable at all..
First of all, thanks for this. But could you please expand on this? I’m setting up my new 4100 now and I’m not following. I’m a new Ham and this is my first ever rig, so... I’m totally green. I got the Dstar list uploaded via the sd card but now I’m trying to program in local repeaters. Thanks
@@Brauma54 save settings to the memory card - put the card into a card reader or SD card slot on the PC. then load the file into the free CS-4100 software that you can download from Icom Japan. once you have finished editing in the software.. save the file back to the SD card. put the SD card back into the radio.. then load the file into the rig. .
@@robinmoseley2776 I'm assuming I run Setup? When you say editing, what exactly am I editing? I'm not sure what I'm supposed to be doing with this software. Sorry for the newbie questions. Thanks
Commsprepper thx for the reply I'm trying to keep my 1st purchase under $350 and still have something that will get me up and running and moving forward in this hobby
Any CS-4100 cloning programs for apple IOS on the iMac? Especially sense they have the RS-MS1i iOS app for the UT-137 bluetooth on the apple app store.
Hello prepper, how do you use this rig on the Amateur Satellites, where the Uplink is a 70cm Freq, and the Downlink is a VHF freq? I wan tto be able to use both frequencies in the same memory channel, where the RX is a VHF freq, and the TX is a 70CM freq, can this be done? and if so, how? THANKS
@@alternative3d87 hi again prepper, the sad news is, no the 4100 can't be set up effectively for satellite work with maybe the exception of the Dstar sat which I'm not sure if it's operational, the radio itself can't store a memory channel that contains two different band frequencies, but, the only inconvenience of a work around, would be to put the radio in VFO MODE, and select the two satellite frequencies with the tone on the uplink and manually switch back and forth for TX and RX , not the most ideal situation especially when you need to compensate for Doppler shift....... BUT, it can be done painstakingly,.. but I did try this action once using the ICOM app since I do have the Bluetooth module installed , . in all my emails to ICOM, the 5100 was most recommended for satellite work 73 good luck
For All Those Interested In This Radio for terminal and access point mode These modes do not work like a hot spot. They only work with call sign routing which means you can't just connect to a repeater or a reflector and have a general QSO. So there are two reviews on this radio on UA-cam and neither make this clear. The advertising literature also does not make this clear. Buyer beware. Also, if this information has changed please reply so I know so I can make it work as I had intended it to and that is like a hotspot. But, as of the information I have this morning, this only works with callsign routing, which sucks. If you already have the ID-880h, there is no strong reason to "upgrade" to the 4100 (unless you really need the DR mode) the Access Point and Terminal modes are useless in the US. It feels like Icom just stole 460 bucks from me. I'm probably done with ICOM after they pulled this crap.
@@Commsprepper A MMDVM is a mobile hotspot (like an OpenSpot) that’s runs off of a raspberry pi that allows the radio to connect the internet for D-Star Without tying up a Repeater
if you were hard wired to the radio to program the radio why not just drop the updated repeater list that way? one of the big firmware updates on this radio is the ability to update firmware from SD card.
Good point. I recall I made a video updating the ID-880H repeater list with the software. I just don't remember how I did it now. I did check the Icom site and the radio is not in need of firmware upgrade.
Funny you commented now. I am playing with the radio as we speak (trying to get the terminal mode up) and yes - the upper left button seems a bit stiffer than the rest. Perhaps that's where a case screw lands? Seems to be working fine thought. Is your radio up and running? CommsPrepper
I am not seeing the area where you add a zip code on the web site. It keeps saying it is timing out. Can anyone else get to the site to generate a csv file?
Is the download of software from the computer using the cable a one time event? After that is done once, and the radio is setup, can changes to the list of repeaters be made by simply updating the micro SD card? Please respond. You can send an email to WD6AZA@arrl.org
You can pull it from the box and use it but I like to update everything before installing it. Also, I only had so much time with the unit. I thought these items would make for a good video. Sorry you did not like it.
For RF-dense areas, digital radio can be far superior in many ways. Excluding yourself is like someone refusing to use fuel injection because they understand carburetors better. That’s a personal choice, but you’re only limiting yourself. You know I love SSB on HF but I also like dstar simplex on HF. The quality is amazing.
Fantastic step by step setup. Followed the video to set up my ID-4100A and saved me HOURS of figuring out the steps myself. Keep up the great videos.
Glad it helped. More videos to follow on this radio.
Great video. It saved me lots of time in learning how to program my 4100. 73 KB7RV
Glad it helped
Nice, I have been meaning to get a Dstar rig, Right now I do not have one nor do we have any digital repeaters around here, but this made it pretty simple to program. Thanks!
ahhhh. Then you will like this radio. This unit connects to the Internet - creating an access point (for handhelds) to the D-STAR network. Icom got this radio right!
Iridium242 it's really easy to make a dstar hot spot with a raspberry pi mini computer and usb dongle.. got one in my house and one in my truck.
Great video. Thanks for posting it. I was not familiar with Icom. I am moving over to Icom and D-Star from Yeasu. I had my ID-4100A up and running in less than 30 minutes thanks to your video.
Glad it helped.
Thanks for what you do. I bought a 4100 used, guy before had wiped out repeater list. I am not very tech gifted! With your video was able to get repeater list on radio.Yea!😁😁😃 Again thanks, you are really helping people.
Glad it helped
Thank you for an excellent primer on a new radio. The DR capability is very impressive. Thanks for sharing !
+SurvivalComms it also has cool internet options.
Thanks, this was very helpful, I’m about ready to take my test and this radio is at the top of my list.
Thanks for posting this. It was a really big help in getting my ID 4100a up and running. 73. K2MR.
Wow, what a cool radio. Mine just arrived, cannot wait to try out DStar. Thanks!
Thanks.
Great video with simple clear instructions!
Only complaint, would have liked to seen the programming cable
Thanks for making this vid Commsprepper. I just purchased this radio, and your vids cleared up a lot of questions. Keep doing what you do!
Thanks for the channel support!
Great video, thanks! Can theses exact steps (more less) be done with RT system software??
This is one of the most through videos I’ve seen to date.
thanks.
Thanks for sharing Hank! We've also added a link to the Cloning Software directly from the 4100 page for convenience. We hope everyone enjoys the new D-STAR mobile! www.icomamerica.com/en/products/amateur/dstar/id4100a/default.aspx
Thank you for the comment Icom! I will let folks know about the new link to the software in my next video.
Any CS-4100 cloning programs for apple IOS on the iMac? Especially sense you have the RS-MS1i iOS app for the UT-137 bluetooth on the apple app store.
Great tutorial. Question do you need to reformat the micro SD card every time or can you overwrite the previous file download?
How do you get the displayed numbers to remain LARGE and where is it in the manual?Thanks much. 👍🎙
Cool. One of these days I have to get my ic-2820 hooked up and see what she will do. I have never played with D-Star before, it should be interesting.
D-STAR is great for Ham and Prepping.
Thank you for showing real time. 😁
Thanks for the channel support
wow, great video, I just got a 4100 and once my SD card comes in am going to follow your directions. Hope to hear you on the air soon (I am in Tysons) KD4EBL Quick question, do I really need the programing cable or can I just have the software write everything to the SD card and load it from there?
Question..... can you import the repeater list into the radio by way of the software and data cable instead of the sd card. if so can you explain that or make a sort vid on that. love the your videos. easy step by step instructions.
I don't think so. Thanks for the kind words and channel support. Hank
Great video to a point - the software portion doesn't work with an iMac and no suggestions about how to get around that (I know, I know... get a PC). Otherwise appreciate the information.
7100 here and I've learned more here than in the frikkin' manual. Pile of (useless to me) Win software here (RT and Icom). Also not D-staring, just want to put MY freq list into the radio (to match the 64 I had put into my Motorola). Chirp no help. Looking into this file approach you've shown and hope maybe that's the trick. Also want rig control software that i can run on LINUX. Any pointers appreciated, Thanks.
total waste of time. 'tarded I'm tellin' ya. re frikkin' tarded how far behind in technology they keep these radios. I hope SDR isn't as disappointing. And I also HOPE I don't have to manually program every stinkin' repeater and othersuch into every frikkin' memory slot of this thing. blah blah blah. Let's go fishin.
Great job, I really needed it.
I see this is an older video ( great btw). Quick question- did you use the optional data cable? I didn’t see this application. Very expensive option for a cable. Thanks!
Yes I did
Can't get my Bluetooth to connect to my LG G8. Can you do a video on that? Thanks for all this great info... 73 DE N3QQB..
Sorry but I don't lave an LG phone.
Nice video thanks Hank.
You are very welcome
Instead of connecting to the rig with the cable, all you needed to do was to save the settings to the SD card, then remove the SD card and put it in the PC, then the ID-4100 cloning software can open the ICF file, then you import the repeater list to the ICF file.. save the file. then put the card back into the rig and load the file.. no need to use the serial cable at all..
First of all, thanks for this. But could you please expand on this? I’m setting up my new 4100 now and I’m not following. I’m a new Ham and this is my first ever rig, so... I’m totally green. I got the Dstar list uploaded via the sd card but now I’m trying to program in local repeaters. Thanks
@@Brauma54 save settings to the memory card - put the card into a card reader or SD card slot on the PC. then load the file into the free CS-4100 software that you can download from Icom Japan. once you have finished editing in the software.. save the file back to the SD card. put the SD card back into the radio.. then load the file into the rig. .
@@robinmoseley2776 I'm assuming I run Setup? When you say editing, what exactly am I editing? I'm not sure what I'm supposed to be doing with this software. Sorry for the newbie questions. Thanks
Thanks for the great video. I sure hope you do a video of helping your friend with the mobile installation.
I will try.
Do you know what the part number is for the data cable? I see there are a few available.
Cables are listed on the product brochure. Here is the number OPC-2350LU
Thank you.
That answers my question about the data cable too. Thank you. Putting this in my Scout G1.
Hey brother great video . I'm looking into getting a ftm-100. If you had to pick between the ic-4100 and te ftm-100 which would you go with ?
Cant say. I have never worked with the FTM-100 radio.
Commsprepper thx for the reply I'm trying to keep my 1st purchase under $350 and still have something that will get me up and running and moving forward in this hobby
@@setofirons stay far far away from Yaesu.
Hell yeah I was looking forward to this review. Thanks CP!
+Brian Lion thanks - more to come.
You said that you would put a link down below... Where?
I forgot.
Thank you! Worked great! True--- just insert the SD card and you are good.
Glad it helped
Outstanding intel. Thanks.
Thanks for the comment and channel support.
Man ya got some good buddys !
Yes he is. I have taken ever radio that he has ever owned to make videos.
Very good at last a step by step thank you so much for posting 73 G4MOF Bognor Regis West Sussex
Any CS-4100 cloning programs for apple IOS on the iMac? Especially sense they have the RS-MS1i iOS app for the UT-137 bluetooth on the apple app store.
Does the memory number lower right keep showing up when you are looking at memories you created? ID-880 does not, does this rig?
Not sure. I will have to pull the radio out and check.
Hello prepper, how do you use this rig on the Amateur Satellites, where the Uplink is a 70cm Freq, and the Downlink is a VHF freq? I wan tto be able to use both frequencies in the same memory channel,
where the RX is a VHF freq, and the TX is a 70CM freq,
can this be done? and if so, how? THANKS
@ GhostVOX were you able to figure this out? I would like to set up the 4100 for sat comms as well. Not sure if it can be done
@@alternative3d87 hi again prepper, the sad news is, no the 4100 can't be set up effectively for satellite work with maybe the exception of the Dstar sat which I'm not sure if it's operational, the radio itself can't store a memory channel that contains two different band frequencies,
but, the only inconvenience of a work around, would be to put the radio in VFO MODE, and select the two satellite frequencies with the tone on the uplink and manually switch back and forth for TX and RX , not the most ideal situation especially when you need to compensate for Doppler shift....... BUT, it can be done painstakingly,.. but I did try this action once using the ICOM app since I do have the Bluetooth module installed , . in all my emails to ICOM, the 5100 was most recommended for satellite work 73 good luck
GhostVOX. Thanks for confirming. Much appreciated
Great Video Thanks for the Suport
What Serial to USB adapter are you using for this? I heard that those with the Prolific chipset can be troublesome.
The Icom cable has it built in.
I don't see the link for the programming software he mentioned. Would someone mind pointing it out to me. Thank you
Were you able to ever get your question answered because I don't see it either?
For All Those Interested In This Radio for terminal and access point mode These modes do not work like a hot spot. They only work with call sign routing which means you can't just connect to a repeater or a reflector and have a general QSO. So there are two reviews on this radio on UA-cam and neither make this clear. The advertising literature also does not make this clear. Buyer beware. Also, if this information has changed please reply so I know so I can make it work as I had intended it to and that is like a hotspot. But, as of the information I have this morning, this only works with callsign routing, which sucks. If you already have the ID-880h, there is no strong reason to "upgrade" to the 4100 (unless you really need the DR mode) the Access Point and Terminal modes are useless in the US. It feels like Icom just stole 460 bucks from me. I'm probably done with ICOM after they pulled this crap.
I just bought a 4100, where do I go to set up my MMDVM hotspot on the radio?
Not sure what MMDVM is. Are you talking about the bluetooth?
@@Commsprepper A MMDVM is a mobile hotspot (like an OpenSpot) that’s runs off of a raspberry pi that allows the radio to connect the internet for D-Star Without tying up a Repeater
I keep getting some kind of error when I try to run the 4100 programming software on WIN10. Any suggestions?
You never put the link to the software download website.
icom dot com or google
If I download the repeater list, I assume it has all the offset and PL tone information. Is this correct?
Should be
@@Commsprepper Thanks. I love your videos!
if you were hard wired to the radio to program the radio why not just drop the updated repeater list that way?
one of the big firmware updates on this radio is the ability to update firmware from SD card.
Good point. I recall I made a video updating the ID-880H repeater list with the software. I just don't remember how I did it now. I did check the Icom site and the radio is not in need of firmware upgrade.
Commsprepper I think very soon my 880h will be a packet only radio and this will be my new base radio.
do you find the top left button is harder to press then the other buttons?
Funny you commented now. I am playing with the radio as we speak (trying to get the terminal mode up) and yes - the upper left button seems a bit stiffer than the rest. Perhaps that's where a case screw lands? Seems to be working fine thought. Is your radio up and running? CommsPrepper
Could you tell me what desktop capture you use?
Camtasia
great video Thanks a lot
Thanks.
I am not seeing the area where you add a zip code on the web site. It keeps saying it is timing out. Can anyone else get to the site to generate a csv file?
I just looked and you are right - something is wrong on their page. Suggest you email the webmaster for dstarinfo.
@@Commsprepper Yes I emailed the address on the site yesterday. Not reply yet. Thanks for verifying it's not me. I appreciate that.
codeplug? it is not a dmr radio ;) on behalfe of that a very good video with good instructions
codeplug is a term I use from my LMR bench tech days.
Cool!
Thanks.
What is the name of the data cable?
OPC-2350LU
good intro video.
+JeanJean thanks
cool lol hope you get that back to your buddy lol
Me too ;-)
Ummm what about the cable?
LMGTFY (let me google that for you) = OPC-2350LU
@@Commsprepper I just got this radio. Had trouble figuring out the cloning cable I bought. Made it work. Your video helped. Thank you.
Is the download of software from the computer using the cable a one time event? After that is done once, and the radio is setup, can changes to the list of repeaters be made by simply updating the micro SD card? Please respond. You can send an email to WD6AZA@arrl.org
There is no code plug, DMR uses a code plug....
I use the term code-plug for all programming. Comes from my Motorola days.
seams a lot of messing about before you even use it.
You can pull it from the box and use it but I like to update everything before installing it. Also, I only had so much time with the unit. I thought these items would make for a good video. Sorry you did not like it.
As an old analog guy, that is way too much trouble, I'll stick with analog FM
For RF-dense areas, digital radio can be far superior in many ways. Excluding yourself is like someone refusing to use fuel injection because they understand carburetors better. That’s a personal choice, but you’re only limiting yourself. You know I love SSB on HF but I also like dstar simplex on HF. The quality is amazing.
D-Star does not use Code Plugs... DMR does.
I'm an LMR tech and use the term generically.
Useless waste of time. This is supposed to be about basic setup but there is not one thing about programming repeaters which is what I am looking for.
Good thing I did not title the video "Programming Repeaters" and titled it basic setup.