The batteries and charger are available for a lot less than Yaesu wants for them. A couple of different distributors have them on ebay. It depends on what you...
14299
Tommy Andersson
sm1nvv
Apr 1, 2006 3:36 pm
Hi guys I´ve got an problem on my trusty 897 (non D). There is an MTUNE displaying that I can´t turn off. Will look in the manual when I find it ;-) Anyone...
14300
Tommy Andersson
sm1nvv
Apr 1, 2006 3:50 pm
Hi again It helps to read the amnual. age 43 solved the problem, just press V/M two times. Sorry to bother ;-) 73 de SM1NVV Tommy _____ Från:...
14301
David
chipbandit99
Apr 1, 2006 4:26 pm
well my ft 897 is at Yaesu and I got the estimate for repair $342 the guy said the my final was gone and seven caps I have yet to figure out how they went but...
14302
Ryan D. Merck
kb4hqx
Apr 1, 2006 8:37 pm
Woah! Well, it could be worse, at least you aren't in a position where it is more cost effective to buy a new radio than it is to repair it. I wish you luck...
14303
David
chipbandit99
Apr 1, 2006 9:04 pm
yes mine was a very early model serial number2L040778 ... From: FT897@yahoogroups.com [mailto:FT897@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ryan D. Merck Sent: Saturday,...
14304
FT897@yahoogroups.com
Apr 2, 2006 4:55 am
The FT897 Group averages around 320 (+/-100 one-sigma) messages per month. Because the volume of messages is rather large, I would like to remind everyone of...
14305
micorrt
Apr 2, 2006 5:55 am
Is there a mod that I can do to my FT 897D so that the ATAS controller will allow me to auto tune or manual tune an ATAS or ATAS clone antenna below 40 meters?...
14306
Nigel Evans
eventail2001
Apr 2, 2006 5:56 am
Just a short post to say I am new to the group, and bought my 897 yesterday. Also bought the batteries and charger and c-iv interface cable in the deal,...
14307
wb9onu
Apr 2, 2006 1:46 pm
Is there a list of undoc cat commands. I am running my ft 897d remotely over my lan. I can control everything except the squelch, rf gain, volume, tone. This...
14308
WØFK
w0fk_lou
Apr 2, 2006 2:12 pm
Complete Yaesu FT-897 package. Includes the following:. • Yaesu FT-897, s/n 2K03xxxx (not a "D"; with DSP). All updates performed by Yaesu in April 2004. •...
14309
Rick Stirling
thoraldus
Apr 2, 2006 2:18 pm
Hi Jerry, I've wondered about this too. The following commands are documented ... 00 Lock On 01 Set Frequency 02 Split On 03 Read Receive Status 05 Clarifier...
14310
Michael Hopwood
crazym409
Apr 2, 2006 2:49 pm
For carry case I use the Pelician 1510 Case. It is airline compatible. It holds my 897 /w bolt on tuner, power supply, mfj antenna analazyer, 4:1-1:1 switching...
14311
Ryan D. Merck
kb4hqx
Apr 2, 2006 2:51 pm
Mike, I'd sure like to see the pictures of your arrangement in the Pelican case. I am looking do develop a setup like what it sounds you have. I want this...
14312
kg8jf
Apr 2, 2006 3:10 pm
This morning, after checking in to Southcars, I took the hand mic and tried the buttons out. The up and down functions work fine business. But, with the Fast...
14313
Tod Glenn
n7jqw
Apr 2, 2006 3:11 pm
... I use a similar setup, without the ATAS. The Pelican makes an ideal carrier. Mine is bright orange and easy to find. I bought a 1600, which is a little...
14314
Michael Hopwood
crazym409
Apr 2, 2006 4:24 pm
The fast button on the stock mic and both dtmf mics act as a power button when depressed fro approx 3 - 5 seconds. So to answer your question, yes it is...
14315
Thomas Otterbein
thott2001
Apr 2, 2006 5:41 pm
I like the Pelican carry cases, but to be more flexible when moving through nature, I use a backpack from Samsonite (for photo equipment). With additional bags...
14316
cameronrd2004
Apr 2, 2006 7:52 pm
Is there a normal ALC reading for the 897D? I used to use this as an indication of correct modulation with the FT-1000 but haven't seen the ALC meter move. ? ...
14317
w6fwx
Apr 2, 2006 9:52 pm
I am working on an external antenna relay circuit in order to use a second receiver with my FT 897. Does anyone know if the 13 VDC output on pin 1 of the...
14318
Björn Mohr
bjornmohr
Apr 3, 2006 7:04 am
Ralph, The manual suggests on pg 28 that ALC meter movement should be just a few display segments, but mine run to the S9 marker when fully modulated using. My...
14319
PDØNGZ
pd_0_ngz
Apr 3, 2006 10:18 am
Yes Kim it can, there is a 3,15 Amps SMD fuse on board. But, be carefull. If you plug or unplug your CAT connector switch-off your radio. I myself and...
14320
Gary Wilson
wb2boo
Apr 3, 2006 3:30 pm
... Thomas: Very nice work, indeed. Where did you get the side mount PL-259 jcoaxial cable between the FT-897 and the AT-897? Thanks & 73 Gary, K2GW...
14321
Gary Wilson
wb2boo
Apr 3, 2006 3:32 pm
... atas ... Mike: Very nice. You can get the Buddipole to work on 440 and two meters as a J-pole using the collapsible whips and the adjustable arm kit. ...
14322
Thomas Otterbein
thott2001
Apr 3, 2006 4:13 pm
Hi Gary, you can find this kind of PL connector in many electronic shops or ham shops here in DL. Sample: http://www.wimo.de/cn_pl_e.htm 73 de Thomas DG8FBV ...
14323
Ricardo J. Alfaro II
w6fwx
Apr 3, 2006 6:08 pm
Thanks Ingo, for your input and the excellent caution about plugging or unplugging the CAT cable with the FT897 powered. I shall make a little sign on the...
14324
gerardnz2001
Apr 3, 2006 11:03 pm
I've built one of the small DRM modules (DL4CU design) that fits inside the radio, and am looking for the best power supply point to use. I wanted to use the...
14325
gerardnz2001
Apr 4, 2006 1:34 am
Just reading the previous message,and I think I might have found the answer.... Looks like the CAT socket is a good option, has even been fused I seems. ...
14326
iket
Apr 4, 2006 2:55 pm
Here's a shot in the dark but make sure Menu no-59 is set to RMT(mh-59) or NOR (normal mic MH-31) and not CAT. When set to CAT the two lines on the cable that...
14327
Geoff Carmont
geoffcarmont
Apr 4, 2006 2:56 pm
g'day all, for CAT commands in HRD look in Tools > programme option > info: Options then select radio. You can use viewer then print to examine at your...
