[Yaesu] FT-817 and Miracle Whip

[Martin Arsenault]

Thanks for your reply and comments.

I already use a FT-100d in my mazda tribute.  It's a very good mobile radio
so I was looking for a small one model! HI!

I'm alreay prepared for the menu function on the 817.

Just a little question concerning filter. I saw in bruchure that 817 can
hold only 1 filter. So, I'll operate in SSB as well in CW. If I purchase the
CW one, what the SSB audio without 2.3Khz filter? Same question if I buy the
SSB filter, what is the CW audio without 500Hz ??

For the miracle antenna, I'll try to make one with an article that I have
found in QST july 2001.

Thanks,



Clark Savage Turner wrote:

> On Thursday, February 20, 2003, at 03:27 PM, Martin Arsenault wrote:
>
> > Could someone can give me some feed back on the FT-817 ??
> >
>
> Gee, in my rush I didn't talk about why I am a happy FT 817 owner!  It
> is plenty of receiver for the small box and for use in the field.  I
> wouldn't try using it at a multi station for Field Day, but it holds its
> own under most normal conditions.  The CW filter is a must if you do
> CW.  W4RT has some useful accessories and mods for it, worth looking
> at.  The Elecraft K2 does many things better, but it is larger, and it
> does not offer 6 meters, 2 meters and 70 centimeters (what a gas!)
>
> The SSB audio is quite good, according to reports.  The SWR meter
> functions well enough that you can use it with an external tuner and
> work things out.  I use the AM mode to give a 2 watt carrier to the
> tuner and tune for low SWR.  I have the LDG tuner and its great.
>
> You'll need a small set of CW paddles for CW operation.  There are
> several on the market that are nicely portable like the 817.
>
> Meet you on the air!  I set up in a local park that overlooks the ocean
> in Morro Bay, CA.
>
> Clark
> WA3JPG

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