Thanks for all the fine videos. I doubt there will be an update for the FT3 for receive audio. My guess is the audio of the FT3 is limited much by the physics of the case and speaker design. More reasons to upgrade. But still really like my FT3.
The 52 with the thumb mouse reminds me of my old blackberrys. For the price, I would have to also get 1.25m (or 23cm) triband and all the accessories. I'll keep both my old Kenwood TH-D74 (still by far my fav), the ID51 and FT1 which still work great!
I have sold my FT 5D. I found the audio playback terrible. It sounds so awful to my ears … The Icom has a much better sound. Same as the Kenwood TH 74.
I want to buy one but don’t know which one to get. I’m new and just getting into HAM. I have a Baofeng and now can buy something better. Would really like to just buy one radio. Which do you think is better?
Deciding between d74 and Id 52. What will the D 74 do as far as TNC and APRS that Id 52 will not. I prefer icon 52s presentation as opposed to the D74.
The D74 in my opinion has more functions as it has full aprs but it looks like Kenwood are bringing out a new version in 2023 , Yes the 52 is impressive with its dual digital receive but only has DPRS and is a bit too big i prefer the FT5D we are spoilt for choice .The 51plus is still a fantastic handheld and a nice size.
They can keep it that icom the FT5DR is better hands down , rugged , feel good on your hand , very compact , cheaper and WIRE-X / FUSION Who use Dstsr today Wire-x is much easier than Dstar I will not get the icom D52 I had in the pass the TH 74A amazing radio the audio quality is impressive even on Dstar I bought brand new for 467.00 but I sold it the battery didn’t last to long
Not a technical ham oriented description more of a fashion show cosmetic thing. How about someone discuss the difference in codecs , does it sound good unlike every other dstar radio . Codecs have come a long way so someone out there give us a heads up technical talk as to why revert back to dstar . I had hoped Icom would have improved . Does it have more DR memories than an id51. So far looks like they only took an id51 and made it larger with a colour screen . Bluetooth ? Any technical hams out there ?
This is my Diary -many users wanted colour screen , bluetooth the water fall scope was a bonus everyone i have met who has this radio is happy ,DR MOde isnt that technical this video was more of a visual comparison and friendly chat .
No aprs on icom that is the problem, because when u go walking that’s very useful and more use every where , not DSTAR . C4FM is also more use in France with repeaters …the icom is nice , waterfall but for nothing, if it’s just for use with hotspot 😢
@@HamTechRadioScannerDrones Thanks for your reply, I am having an Openspot also. But digital radio is not my cup of thea. Using the Ht's for satellite only. My experience is little better with Icom, I like the menu structure more. My Yaesu ft991a and FT891 have less than 8 our operating time in one year. The 7300 is running always. So thats why i was thinking that the ID52 has an userfriendly interface as well Best regards..Roy.
You do a video on terminal mode on the ID 52 can you do a video on terminal mode access mode? What that does? It creates a hotspot with your ID 52 where you can use another radio to talk back to the 52 it works it works.😢
It's not a good way to do things as nothing on terminal mode but if you use Doozy then you can get reflectors .ua-cam.com/video/FW926yMs_0E/v-deo.htmlsi=ZBVo96SCItRPfx82
I am looking for a radio that has reliable and functional hands free Bluetooth capability for paragliding. Anyone have a radio who could comment on how well the Bluetooth works on the FT5DR or the ID-52? Specifically interested in handfree vox capability to make communication while flying easier. OTherwise I use it as a basic radio
My FT3 is at Yaesu for repair. The radio's bottom plastic cracked when I accidentally knocked it off a storage box onto a hard floor, a fall of about 14 inches. The rubber corners of the FT5 are appealing. I've thought of picking up an FT5 and selling the FT3 after repair (Yaesu's lead time to begin repairs currently is ten days from the time the radio arrives in shop). I do wonder, though, how long before that thin plastic fatigues and the battery no longer makes reliable contact. The ID-52 is much better in that regard and would make a good companion to my IC-705, but there's little if any D-Star around here. 73 de KN6NPZ
Hi From Portsmouth - thanks for the QSO whilst walking the dog. 73 to you and yours M7CJD. Please keep up the great work and excellent quality..
Hi nice to chat , 73
Thanks for all the fine videos. I doubt there will be an update for the FT3 for receive audio. My guess is the audio of the FT3 is limited much by the physics of the case and speaker design. More reasons to upgrade. But still really like my FT3.
Yes lovely radio
The 52 with the thumb mouse reminds me of my old blackberrys. For the price, I would have to also get 1.25m (or 23cm) triband and all the accessories. I'll keep both my old Kenwood TH-D74 (still by far my fav), the ID51 and FT1 which still work great!
Agree all three sets you have dona great job.
I haven't seen anyone cover the FT5D use with a laptop or tablet. The ICOM has a pretty neat android app to help use the radio.
Yes I have used the app it works well they now have one for iOS aswell.
@@HamTechRadioScannerDrones Does Yaesu FT5D have a similar app or a 3rd party app that functions like the ICOM app?
I have sold my FT 5D. I found the audio playback terrible. It sounds so awful to my ears … The Icom has a much better sound. Same as the Kenwood TH 74.
Yes 74 and 52 excellent
Digital modes difference…. Sigh… that’s what I needed to know. Anyway, the rest was helpful too. Ty
LOL cheers
Hi Andy, how about the sensivity and audio quality in the air band 108 - 136 MHz AM mode, which one is better the Icom or Yaesu ? 73 Coen, PA5KM
Hi my antennas are not too great to test but i feel both are very good .73
I want to buy one but don’t know which one to get. I’m new and just getting into HAM. I have a Baofeng and now can buy something better. Would really like to just buy one radio. Which do you think is better?
Easily the FT5D
I like the User Interface and the design of the ID-52 more then the ID-52. However there is this limited support of D-star....
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How does the speaker sound. I think the Yaesu is very tinny.
Both good
Deciding between d74 and Id 52. What will the D 74 do as far as TNC and APRS that Id 52 will not.
I prefer icon 52s presentation as opposed to the D74.
The D74 in my opinion has more functions as it has full aprs but it looks like Kenwood are bringing out a new version in 2023 , Yes the 52 is impressive with its dual digital receive but only has DPRS and is a bit too big i prefer the FT5D we are spoilt for choice .The 51plus is still a fantastic handheld and a nice size.
$650 for icom handheld?
are they nuts?
It will be best seller
They can keep it that icom the FT5DR is better hands down , rugged , feel good on your hand , very compact , cheaper and WIRE-X / FUSION Who use Dstsr today Wire-x is much easier than Dstar I will not get the icom D52 I had in the pass the TH 74A amazing radio the audio quality is impressive even on Dstar I bought brand new for 467.00 but I sold it the battery didn’t last to long
Do you know what the programming software is called and what is the required cable?
Hi which radio ?
@@HamTechRadioScannerDrones yaesu FT5D
Not a technical ham oriented description more of a fashion show cosmetic thing. How about someone discuss the difference in codecs , does it sound good unlike every other dstar radio . Codecs have come a long way so someone out there give us a heads up technical talk as to why revert back to dstar . I had hoped Icom would have improved . Does it have more DR memories than an id51. So far looks like they only took an id51 and made it larger with a colour screen . Bluetooth ? Any technical hams out there ?
This is my Diary -many users wanted colour screen , bluetooth the water fall scope was a bonus everyone i have met who has this radio is happy ,DR MOde isnt that technical this video was more of a visual comparison and friendly chat .
Does the FT5 receive AM in the UHF airband 225-380MHz?
Supplied Accessories: Antenna 7.2 V 2,200mAh Li-ion Battery Pack (SBR-14LI) Battery Charger (SAD-25) Belt Clip (SHB-13) / Quick Release Holster (SHB-26(BK)) USB Cable Operating Manual Specifications: Frequency Ranges: A(Main) Band RX: 0.5 - 1.8MHz (AM Broadcast) 1.8 - 30MHz (SW Band) 30 - 76MHz 76 - 108MHz (FM Broadcast) 108 - 137MHz (Air Band) 137 - 174MHz (144MHz HAM) 174 - 222MHz 222 - 420MHz 420 - 470MHz (430MHz HAM) 470 - 800MHz 800 - 999.995MHz (USA Cellular Blocked) B(Sub) Band RX: 108 - 137MHz (Air Band) 137 - 174MHz (144MHz HAM) 174 - 222MHz 222 - 420MHz 420 - 470MHz (430MHz HAM) 470 - 580MHz TX: 144 - 146MHz (C4FM/FM) 430 - 440MHz (C4FM/FM) Circuit Type: NFM/AM: Double-Conversion Superheterodyne FM/AM Radio: Direct-Conversion Modulation Type: F1D, F2D, F3E, F7W RF Power Output: 5W / 2.5W / 1W / 0.3W (@ Battery pack or EXT DC) Case Size(W x H x D): 2.44" x 3.94" x 1.34" (62 x 100 x 34 mm) (with SBR-14LI, w/o Knob & Antenna) Weight: 9.95oz (282 g) (with SBR-14LI and Antenna)
No aprs on icom that is the problem, because when u go walking that’s very useful and more use every where , not DSTAR . C4FM is also more use in France with repeaters …the icom is nice , waterfall but for nothing, if it’s just for use with hotspot 😢
Ft5 so good on aprs
Please check and tell me if they can both TX up to 450 MHz?
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I also use the ft3d, but i never used such an terrible user interface. Trying Icom next.
ICOM is harder alot harder , C4FM is a breeze compared to Dstar , modern digital Radios have a big learning curve .
@@HamTechRadioScannerDrones Thanks for your reply, I am having an Openspot also. But digital radio is not my cup of thea. Using the Ht's for satellite only. My experience is little better with Icom, I like the menu structure more. My Yaesu ft991a and FT891 have less than 8 our operating time in one year. The 7300 is running always. So thats why i was thinking that the ID52 has an userfriendly interface as well Best regards..Roy.
You do a video on terminal mode on the ID 52 can you do a video on terminal mode access mode? What that does? It creates a hotspot with your ID 52 where you can use another radio to talk back to the 52 it works it works.😢
It's not a good way to do things as nothing on terminal mode but if you use Doozy then you can get reflectors .ua-cam.com/video/FW926yMs_0E/v-deo.htmlsi=ZBVo96SCItRPfx82
thanks for the video. I hope yaesu adds the eq function to the FM analog side of the FT5D...it sounds thin...
Ues its needed
so which is better?
BOTH
aprs messaging?
Yes in Ft5
Please!!! Please!! TX 440 or 450 MHz??
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@@HamTechRadioScannerDrones thank you very, very much. I'm understand. I find 52A - 450.
I am looking for a radio that has reliable and functional hands free Bluetooth capability for paragliding. Anyone have a radio who could comment on how well the Bluetooth works on the FT5DR or the ID-52? Specifically interested in handfree vox capability to make communication while flying easier. OTherwise I use it as a basic radio
Hi yes it will work but the bluetooth device you choose is the most important thing .
Did you find solution? I’m looking for some similar solution for motorcycle.
I just use a handheld mic on the wouxun KG-UV7G @@Yurii_Ko
No, the Bluetooth on the 5D is awful.
Yes it's not great on any of the high end radios
FT5D screen colour/tone/theme, it is not that high quality as ft3d is. this makes ft5d looks like a cheap one
Hi - they both look identical .
@@HamTechRadioScannerDrones from the video, the fr5d got more of orange-ish, and the theme of ft3d looks better, I mean it balanced better
There has actually been some performance reports that are fairly well known that don't put the FT5D in a good light.
My FT3 is at Yaesu for repair. The radio's bottom plastic cracked when I accidentally knocked it off a storage box onto a hard floor, a fall of about 14 inches. The rubber corners of the FT5 are appealing.
I've thought of picking up an FT5 and selling the FT3 after repair (Yaesu's lead time to begin repairs currently is ten days from the time the radio arrives in shop). I do wonder, though, how long before that thin plastic fatigues and the battery no longer makes reliable contact. The ID-52 is much better in that regard and would make a good companion to my IC-705, but there's little if any D-Star around here. 73 de KN6NPZ
Hi the 52 is big and heavy prob break easier , the FT5 is a very nice design with improved speaker audio. 73
My ft5d fall from 1m on concrete and case break in the corner near rubber but radio works great.