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#1
Digital Voice / Yaesu FT70D, FT1D, FT1XD, FT2D...
Last post by DU2XXR - Jun 01, 2023, 04:19 AMI've had the chance to try all of Yaesu's portable digital radios so far, after Nash Casten 4E1FLD/N4SHX lent me his Yaesu FT5D. I do own the FT70D, FT1D, FT1XD (my EDC), FT2D (now used for WIRES-X node), and FT3D.
Some observations: https://n2rac.com/yaesu-ft70d-ft1d-ft1xd-ft2d-ft3d-ft5d-comparison-53487c8a7c2e
Some observations: https://n2rac.com/yaesu-ft70d-ft1d-ft1xd-ft2d-ft3d-ft5d-comparison-53487c8a7c2e
#2
The Prepper Channel / No cellphone? No problem! The ...
Last post by DU2XXR - May 29, 2023, 11:18 PM"Generations after its invention, one of ham radio's biggest draws for hobbyists is its usefulness in an emergency – think wildfires, earthquakes or another pandemic. If disaster strikes and internet or cellular networks fail, radio operators could spring into action and help with emergency response communications, and be able to keep in contact with their own networks."
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/may/27/ham-radio-emergency-natural-disaster-climate-crisis
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/may/27/ham-radio-emergency-natural-disaster-climate-crisis
#3
Amateur Radio in the Philippines / I replaced the RTC battery on ...
Last post by DU2XXR - Apr 20, 2023, 08:11 PMI'm happy to report that I was able to achieve what I first wanted to do when I first got this FT1XDR around 2 years ago -- change the button battery that kept the radio's internal clock running even when the battery was dead or disconnected.
It's located on the RF board, right beside the digitizer dial.
Opening the radio is easy enough, which requires just the removal of the antenna, digitizer knob, and two screws at the back.
Accessing the button battery requires removal of the control board, however. It is spot welded. Perhaps Yaesu intended for the battery to last the lifetime of the radio. I have 3 FT1 (1 FT1 and 2 FT2XD) in all, and it's only this particular radio that has a dead clock battery for some reason.
After the housing swap, this FT1XD is like brand new.
The Japan-market FT1D I got the grey housing from is now inside my old FT1XD housing, which is missing the side bumpers. I am keeping it as a backup radio, mostly for analog repeater operations, since the older firmware does not support DG-ID access from the GM button--something I need for selective calling.
It's located on the RF board, right beside the digitizer dial.
Opening the radio is easy enough, which requires just the removal of the antenna, digitizer knob, and two screws at the back.
Accessing the button battery requires removal of the control board, however. It is spot welded. Perhaps Yaesu intended for the battery to last the lifetime of the radio. I have 3 FT1 (1 FT1 and 2 FT2XD) in all, and it's only this particular radio that has a dead clock battery for some reason.
After the housing swap, this FT1XD is like brand new.
The Japan-market FT1D I got the grey housing from is now inside my old FT1XD housing, which is missing the side bumpers. I am keeping it as a backup radio, mostly for analog repeater operations, since the older firmware does not support DG-ID access from the GM button--something I need for selective calling.
#4
Public Announcements / Re: Schedule of Upgrade Exams?
Last post by DU2XXR - Jan 16, 2023, 08:52 PMHi Tito Bob,
NTC main now has two exam sessions every Friday.
NTC main now has two exam sessions every Friday.
QuoteAny word on upgrade exam schedules?
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#5
Public Announcements / Re: DX1ARM Net Web Checkin and...
Last post by DU2XXR - Jan 16, 2023, 07:14 PMTo subscribe to the Google Calendar (e.g. Android device):
https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0?cid=b2JraXFmdWZxYmg1c2swNm52NHVlbm92cjBAZ3JvdXAuY2FsZW5kYXIuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbQ
For iCal (Apple devices):
https://calendar.google.com/calendar/ical/obkiqfufqbh5sk06nv4uenovr0%40group.calendar.google.com/public/basic.ics
To view the calendar on the web:
https://calendar.google.com/calendar/embed?src=obkiqfufqbh5sk06nv4uenovr0%40group.calendar.google.com&ctz=Asia%2FManila
https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0?cid=b2JraXFmdWZxYmg1c2swNm52NHVlbm92cjBAZ3JvdXAuY2FsZW5kYXIuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbQ
For iCal (Apple devices):
https://calendar.google.com/calendar/ical/obkiqfufqbh5sk06nv4uenovr0%40group.calendar.google.com/public/basic.ics
To view the calendar on the web:
https://calendar.google.com/calendar/embed?src=obkiqfufqbh5sk06nv4uenovr0%40group.calendar.google.com&ctz=Asia%2FManila
#6
Amateur Radio in the Philippines / Re: Moving to Phillippines
Last post by KD9TTB - Dec 16, 2022, 03:07 AMI've read a bunch of your YMMV stuff: Great Info! Thanks for taking the time write it.
My next trip will most likely be a temporary one. Hoping I can try some POTA activations then. But even that won't be until later next year at the earliest.
My next trip will most likely be a temporary one. Hoping I can try some POTA activations then. But even that won't be until later next year at the earliest.
#7
Amateur Radio in the Philippines / Re: Moving to Phillippines
Last post by DU2XXR - Dec 15, 2022, 08:06 AMQuote from: KD9TTB on Dec 15, 2022, 07:20 AMThanks for all the great info. In the long run, I'd like to get Philippine call sign though it seems like that could take some time. After looking over the steps involved I have to marvel at the relative simplicity of the US system. How long is a temp permit good for? Are there any limits to the number of times it can be renewed?
We'll most likely be in Pampanga where my wife's family is (San Fernando). Ultimately where we end up is yet to be determined but somewhere on Luzon. Wife is not licensed. Still trying to at least have her get a US Technician license but so far no luck.
Hi Kurt. As I have written in my articles, YMMV - your mileage may vary, depending on the NTC office and engineers you talk to.
I know people who were able to obtain local callsigns as an equivalent/reciprocal of their FCC license, with up to 3 year expiry. Most get a 1-year temporary permit with pre-pended district number, e.g., DU3/KD9TTB (DU3 being a class A licensee in district 3, Central Luzon). Both are renewable.
Some foreign hams I know simply get their temporary permit and just renew it, since it's easier. But if you want to stay long, term, of course, I would agree that a local callsign would be best.
I'd be glad to help you out with referrals.
#8
Amateur Radio in the Philippines / Re: Moving to Phillippines
Last post by KD9TTB - Dec 15, 2022, 07:20 AMThanks for all the great info. In the long run, I'd like to get Philippine call sign though it seems like that could take some time. After looking over the steps involved I have to marvel at the relative simplicity of the US system. How long is a temp permit good for? Are there any limits to the number of times it can be renewed?
We'll most likely be in Pampanga where my wife's family is (San Fernando). Ultimately where we end up is yet to be determined but somewhere on Luzon. Wife is not licensed. Still trying to at least have her get a US Technician license but so far no luck.
We'll most likely be in Pampanga where my wife's family is (San Fernando). Ultimately where we end up is yet to be determined but somewhere on Luzon. Wife is not licensed. Still trying to at least have her get a US Technician license but so far no luck.
#9
Amateur Radio in the Philippines / Re: Moving to Phillippines
Last post by N7SIX - Nov 28, 2022, 02:35 PMKurt, hello
Welcome to the Philippines, I hope everything is good with your family.
I am aware that our helpful friends have already responded to your questions, but I just wanted to let you know that we are delighted to help and support you in any way that is most convenient for you and in compliance with the NTC.
I am also part of Laurel VEC Pilipinas Testing Group under FCC.
Welcome to the Philippines, I hope everything is good with your family.
I am aware that our helpful friends have already responded to your questions, but I just wanted to let you know that we are delighted to help and support you in any way that is most convenient for you and in compliance with the NTC.
I am also part of Laurel VEC Pilipinas Testing Group under FCC.
#10
Amateur Radio in the Philippines / Re: Moving to Phillippines
Last post by DU2XXR - Nov 28, 2022, 11:02 AMBy the way, Kurt, I am part of the Laurel VEC Pilipinas Testing Group. We hold monthly FCC testing here, in case you are keen on upgrading your license.
If your wife is also licensed, she may also obtain her temporary permit/reciprocal here.
If your wife is also licensed, she may also obtain her temporary permit/reciprocal here.