[1000mp] The FT1000 series and digital PK232

[WD8ARZ]

I have two PK232's and love em. For packet Vhf and above, it is great to put 
the rig and the tnc online with out any computer, and the packet mail box is 
available to receive mail, and for others to use.

For HF, after the tnc is modified and upgraded, it is superb for the digital 
modes it supports on hf. Takes cpu cycle time load off the computer, and 
allows for putting those older slower computer machines to work, freeing the 
big one up for, well the bigger faster tasks. Hi hi

The mod's are in two categories. One the capacitor mod's that reduce the 
noise on many of the chips, the change in chips to reduce current drain, and 
the upgrade of the firm ware. There are tons of sites on the internet about 
the mods, upgrades, and I am sure others can steer you in the right 
direction to get maximum enjoyment out of a still very excellent addition to 
the ham shack equipment.

73 from Bill - WD8ARZ
p.s.
I also used the pk232 for hams to access on a landline bbs, and get on the 
air for packet operations. Great for Eoc's that have rfi problems!

> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "William Diamond" <wjdiamond at sbcglobal.net>
> To: "All about Yaesu 1000mp" <1000mp at mailman.qth.net>
> Sent: Sunday, October 10, 2004 4:11 AM
> Subject: [1000mp] The FT1000 series and digital
>
> Hi folks,
>
> this old fa-- needs some help with the digital modes, rtty and the like.
> I have a AEA PK232 that I picked up at a fest today as well as a
> sound card rig blaster.
>
> Which is best?? Which works right with the MP's etc?.  Any help
> appreciated.