Fast Fact : If you use the antenna connector on the front of the 817 ( the stock BNC connector ) you use 6% less battery power . The use of the rear SO-239 antenna connector involves the use of relays, etc, which account for that extra 6% battery use. Just an FYI ! Enjoy !! N4BRM
Never even thought about using a hard case for the FT-817/818. I have both the 817 and 818, and always carried them in the aftermarket pouches they sell. And everything else went into my portable antenna bag. Funny, because I use several of those hard cases for my antenna analyzers. Portable oscilloscopes, and various other test gear... Never thought to put a radio into one. Thanks much for the GREAT idea!
I use a back pack for my uBITX v6 and a harbour freight aluminum carring case with my 817 in both units I carry coax, qrp EFHW antennas whick don't require an antenna tuner and can work 10,15,20,40 and a small segment of 75 .also carry along a pad and paper, aa battery packs that I can operate for a couple of hours, And a small key. hows Panama City? Miss it because it is so darn dry and burning up here in cs colorado. Take care and 73 Jim/ki0ad
Getting good ideas from this, my FT-817 should be arriving on Monday or so, then I'll start building my own portable setup but I'm tempted to get a 10w amp to offload the finals of the 817 for digital, and then the elecraft tuner which handles a bit more power than the Z.
@@kg7wbw359 have not used it or gotten anything for it, as I had to get the max license level here for it and corona came before the test, so I studied for months for essentially nothing.. once it blows over I will have to do the whole course again because it's far too much to retain. I'm in the Netherlands and our test here is quite ridiculous.... To pass your score must be 45/50 or above and you will be asked about every single aspect of even radio design, math, electronics etc. That's 50 questions about 5 per topic but most are circuit design and math formulas which you have to know by heart.
available from www.universal-radio.com. i bought one because of this vid. i love it! note that it was printed for the original 817 (no 'd' or 'nd' or 818), so there are a few minor differences. it references accessory suppliers that are no longer in business (w4rt comes to mind). catalogue # 3544 pack-it ft-817 US$14.99 + shipping accessory page: www.universal-radio.com/catalog/hamhf/0818.html i've had my nd for almost 7 years and it gives me joy.
Thanks. That power bank was purchased from Amazon. If you search for TalentCell, you should find it. I have used it a few times now, and seems do really well.
If you are running the radio off of that lithium ion battery, did you alter the power cable? not the charging cable but the bare wire one, to adapt to the bank? I don't see how as is how it would plug in.
Yes, there is some modification. The powerbank came with a cord with 2 round dc plugs on each end. One fits in the battery, the other was to work with LED string lights. I cut the end off and installed a power pole so I could use it with my 817. I have a power cord for the 817 with a power pole. I just join the power poles on the ends of the cords. Hope this helps.
You cut the end with the 2 round plugs? I just ordered it so will see it in a week or so. Been looking for a nice small battery with decent life in it for a while.
If band conditions are good, the antenna works. So, it can be hit or miss...especially considering it is on a qrp rig as well. I will say, I am glad I have it and I have had some success with it. But a tuned dipole with some height will always outperform.
Hi Bob. Just wondering if the power cable that the talentcell comes with plugs directly into the radio ? I seen another video that said it does plug into an elecraft kx2.
I got this from Ebay. The seller is nelson_antennas. It is around $40 and worth the money spent. Our local club was using one a couple of years ago for field day and I was impressed. A few of us went out and bought one afterwards.
Hi, Larry. It came from W4RT.com. They had a selection of FT-817 accessories. Unfortunately, it seems the website is now down. Perhaps you could find it on ebay. Its called the "Pack-it Reference guide for the FT-817". Maybe it can be found on ebay or amazon.
Hi, Bruce. The case is not a true pelican case, but I measured it and found a couple of models in the Pelican line that come close. My internal dimensions are 12"x9"x6". The two cases that are similar are the Pelican 1400 and the IM2100 Storm Case. I hope this helps.
Nice to see you go kit Bob. A question if I may. Does the power pack that you have power the 817 directly or is it used through the internal batteries and keeps them charged?
Hi, Steven. The power pack powers the ft-817 directly. Currently, I do not have the internal battery pack installed. You can find information about the power pack on their website talentcell.com. I purchased it from Amazon. So far, I have been pleased with the performance.
Fast Fact : If you use the antenna connector on the front of the 817 ( the stock BNC connector ) you use 6% less battery power . The use of the rear SO-239 antenna connector involves the use of relays, etc, which account for that extra 6% battery use. Just an FYI ! Enjoy !! N4BRM
Did you measured that power consumption from front BNC is less 6% for the same output power Bruce? Sounds interesting.
great tip - thx!
Never even thought about using a hard case for the FT-817/818. I have both the 817 and 818, and always carried them in the aftermarket pouches they sell. And everything else went into my portable antenna bag. Funny, because I use several of those hard cases for my antenna analyzers. Portable oscilloscopes, and various other test gear... Never thought to put a radio into one. Thanks much for the GREAT idea!
That’s a super complete go kit… I like it
Where did you get the pocket reference guide?
Nice set up. When I purchase my radio, I'll be looking at a similar set up
Thank You. I learned a lot. I'm also learning from those who've commented too. Thank y'all also
Nice set up, I just got one of these cases to build a go box
I use a back pack for my uBITX v6 and a harbour freight aluminum carring case with my 817 in both units I carry coax, qrp EFHW antennas whick don't require an antenna tuner and can work 10,15,20,40 and a small segment of 75 .also carry along a pad and paper, aa battery packs that I can operate for a couple of hours, And a small key. hows Panama City? Miss it because it is so darn dry and burning up here in cs colorado. Take care and 73 Jim/ki0ad
Nice case and storage you have put together for your FT-817ND Bob=)
Thanks!
Nice video. The Elecraft T-1 tuner is much smaller and would probably be a better choice for a small box.
Where did you buy your go kit
very nice the way you set up you portable radio kit. I enjoyed your video. like to see you do videos when your rig is setup and your operating. 😀
Getting good ideas from this, my FT-817 should be arriving on Monday or so, then I'll start building my own portable setup but I'm tempted to get a 10w amp to offload the finals of the 817 for digital, and then the elecraft tuner which handles a bit more power than the Z.
How are you liking the FT-817?
@@kg7wbw359 have not used it or gotten anything for it, as I had to get the max license level here for it and corona came before the test, so I studied for months for essentially nothing.. once it blows over I will have to do the whole course again because it's far too much to retain. I'm in the Netherlands and our test here is quite ridiculous.... To pass your score must be 45/50 or above and you will be asked about every single aspect of even radio design, math, electronics etc. That's 50 questions about 5 per topic but most are circuit design and math formulas which you have to know by heart.
I bought my FT818 new and I too can't find my 6m extention for my rubber duck...haha
Sure would like to know about that chat manual and do you know where. Been playing with it but the menu drives me crazy 73 KQ4CD
available from www.universal-radio.com. i bought one because of this vid. i love it!
note that it was printed for the original 817 (no 'd' or 'nd' or 818), so there are a few minor
differences. it references accessory suppliers that are no longer in business (w4rt comes to mind).
catalogue # 3544 pack-it ft-817 US$14.99 + shipping
accessory page:
www.universal-radio.com/catalog/hamhf/0818.html
i've had my nd for almost 7 years and it gives me joy.
Nce Vid ...Are those Packet Manyals easily sought & Where from?
scroll up to paul hastings and my reply
Cool video. Any chance you can post a list of all the items in the kit?
Very nice and everything you need is in the box.. FB. I like that power bank especially.
Thanks. That power bank was purchased from Amazon. If you search for TalentCell, you should find it. I have used it a few times now, and seems do really well.
Hi Bob, I have the same power bank from Amazon and use it all the time, it works great.
Great & versatile go kit, very well planned & packaged. Km4fxp, 73.
If you are running the radio off of that lithium ion battery, did you alter the power cable? not the charging cable but the bare wire one, to adapt to the bank? I don't see how as is how it would plug in.
Yes, there is some modification. The powerbank came with a cord with 2 round dc plugs on each end. One fits in the battery, the other was to work with LED string lights. I cut the end off and installed a power pole so I could use it with my 817. I have a power cord for the 817 with a power pole. I just join the power poles on the ends of the cords. Hope this helps.
You cut the end with the 2 round plugs? I just ordered it so will see it in a week or so. Been looking for a nice small battery with decent life in it for a while.
Nice Go Kit! Good job.
Thanks!!
This is great. I wish I could purchase it “as is”. I want one.
Hey Bob good video you should add a list of items in the comment. I have an ft818 not a lot of difference.
Super Portable setup
Thanks!
Where did ya get the leather case forvthe 817? Pretty nice .
Yaesu standard accessories
it's vinyl and optional.
does the mfj 1899 work or should i save my money
If band conditions are good, the antenna works. So, it can be hit or miss...especially considering it is on a qrp rig as well. I will say, I am glad I have it and I have had some success with it. But a tuned dipole with some height will always outperform.
Hi Bob. Just wondering if the power cable that the talentcell comes with plugs directly into the radio ? I seen another video that said it does plug into an elecraft kx2.
Try the vk3ke mic mod for extra audio punch kg6mn
woopie link was that correct?
Leonard Belcher www.wolphi.com/interface/.
It’s a wolphi link.
good job very nice, I will start on mine.... thanks👍
nice kit. I like it
nr3rful Thank you. My gear is always evolving. But, this is working for now. Thanks for watching!
I like it! So that's the Pelican iM2200 Storm Case?
非常不错的一个视频，鼓掌，呱唧， 箱子布局很牛掰！！！
我同意。 保持收音机的组织非常好！
What unun do you have and where did you get it
I got this from Ebay. The seller is nelson_antennas. It is around $40 and worth the money spent. Our local club was using one a couple of years ago for field day and I was impressed. A few of us went out and bought one afterwards.
Bob Plank I looked can’t find them o well thanks for the reply
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Your “plucking” job was just fine. Where did you get the Packet Reference Guide that you carry in this go-kit? It’s just the right size.
Hi, Larry. It came from W4RT.com. They had a selection of FT-817 accessories. Unfortunately, it seems the website is now down. Perhaps you could find it on ebay. Its called the "Pack-it Reference guide for the FT-817". Maybe it can be found on ebay or amazon.
Universal Radio sells it. KD8OCW
Where did you get the Packet Reference Guide for the 817?
Hi, Larry. It came from W4RT.com. They had a selection of FT-817 accessories. Unfortunately, it seems the website is now down.
@@BobPlank_KK4DIV Still available elsewhere. Google "Pack-it Reference Guide for the 817 by VE3AYR"
scroll up to paul hastings and my reply. enjoy!
Perfect!
What is the MODEL # for that Pelican Case ??
Hi, Bruce. The case is not a true pelican case, but I measured it and found a couple of models in the Pelican line that come close. My internal dimensions are 12"x9"x6". The two cases that are similar are the Pelican 1400 and the IM2100 Storm Case. I hope this helps.
What is the case that you used?
Nice to see you go kit Bob. A question if I may. Does the power pack that you have power the 817 directly or is it used through the internal batteries and keeps them charged?
Hi, Steven. The power pack powers the ft-817 directly. Currently, I do not have the internal battery pack installed. You can find information about the power pack on their website talentcell.com. I purchased it from Amazon. So far, I have been pleased with the performance.
Thanks for that Bob
No problem. Always happy to answer questions.
Only things you're missing from your kit are folding solar panel and CW key.73 KB8AMZ
I also missed the key, HI
Great kit.
Thank you!
fantastic station enjoy 73 from kb2uew
Have a guy wanting to trade kw850 for this set up
You forgot your morse code key.
SNORT!!
Hi, I like it very much. de JK1VXE
817 doesn't need a case. Cause people who own it can't walk far or at all.
Cause they are 140 yrs old.
That Yaesu is old as flat earthers.