You can use your iphone as an audio tnc and connect it to your hfvhf radio for 3001200 baud aprs operation. About aprs point the resource is currently listed in in a single category. The ft 7900r well designed front panel provides simple, safe operation. Yaesu ftm3100r 144mhz 65w fm mobile transceiver following on the recent introduction of the new vhf c4fmfm mobile ftm3200dr, we are very pleased to announce a vhf fm mobile transceiver the ftm3100r. The dual band ft 60 handheld transceiver for amateur radio enthusiasts, first released in 2004, is still very popular because of its widecoverage receiver, 2meter vhf band and 70centimeter uhf band. Yaesu ft2900r operating manual yaesu usa web site turn to page 10 pictorial diagram. The ft 8900r is the second radio i bought after getting licensed. Welcome to yaac yet another aprs client yaac is a mostly platformindependent java application written by andrew pavlin, ka2ddo, for monitoring and contributing to the automatic packet reporting system aprs network invented and trademarked by bob bruninga, wb4apr yaac is free software. And with absolutely no surprise or fanfare, it functioned flawlessly. Software bringup for a qotompk88 digipeaterigate build running aprx. But its a lot easier to remember about aprs to prevent transmitting packets to a repeater, especially since i dont beacon with it. It is the brainchild of bob bruninga, wb4apr, a senior research engineer at the united states naval academy and first came into use during the late 1980s.
Ive been using it to begin programming my baofeng uv5r and its been working wonderfully. Introducing the ftm100dr vhfuhf dual band transceiver, an exciting new way to enter into yaesus revolutionary world of system fusion c4fm digital communications. Aprs software for ham radio category is a curation of 33 web resources on, usaphotomaps, adaptive home logic, aprstrack. I am in agreement that aprs support would have been a nice little feature.
Yaesu ft2dr manuals manuals and user guides for yaesu ft2dr. Aprsbeacon the purpose of the aprsbeacon is to provide simple aprscompatible position beacons for up to three objects. The ft2900rs receiver front end features yaesus renowned advanced track tuning rf input filtering, which affords outstanding protection from intermodulation distortion. If the cable wont pass this test, then it definitely wont work with any of the commander software. It actually puts out 5103075 watts as input into a tuned antenna. I picked up a 2dr a few months ago and am finally able to sit down and really dive into it.
Software for yaesu ft2900r sending data from software to radio. Raddioacery mh48a6j dtmf handheld microphone speaker with button for yaesu ft8900r ft7900r ft1807 ft7800r ft2900r ft1900r ft1500m ft8500m 4. Raspberry pi based aprs trackerdigipeaterigate vk3il blog. Yaesu ft7900 software programming scanning banks youtube. Yaesu ft mp mkv operators manual ft mp mkv operators manual. This is a brief overview of my setup and how i connect to a local pbbs over 2.
High power output is featured with 50 watts on 2 meters and 45 watts on 430 mhz. Adms2900 programming software for the yaesu ft2900. Other useful information would include your experience with similar products, infomation on a product that you would purchase instead of this one, and so on. Discussion in homebrew and kit projects started by kd0rvy, apr 24, 2015. No more function key frustration as the radio times out and the menu disappears. Yaesu transceiver user manuals download manualslib. My home vhfuhf is a ft 8800 and its set up with aprs. Yaesu ftm400xdr transceivers mobile dual band 2m70cm, ftm400xdr. Packet radio with ft2900r and the pakratt 232 tnc youtube. Creating a aprs trackerdigipeaterigate with a hardened raspberry pi and. It might be possible to support aprs via the usb port and the internal sound card if anyone ever has the time to write supporting software. Pinpoint offers a modern aprs solution with some of the best and unique features available in aprs software and it has been tested by a number of amateur radio emergency services ares volunteers that use pinpoint during exercises and emergencies.
If youre just receiving aprs the ft 8800 works fine and can run packet in the background on the sub band. Rt systems adms2900 programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the yaesu ft2900r. With the new ft2980r, four output power settings 80w, 30w, 10w and 5w are selectable, allowing each user to choose. I just picked up a ft2900r the other day, and would like to do the mars mod, but dont want to lose the auto repeater shift. The ft2900r packs 3w big watts of loud audio with its own internal speaker for those noisy environments. The adms2900 programmer is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options. I have a ic7100 as the main car radio and ive installed a ft2900r as a dedicated aprs 75w 2m radio a cheap, but rugged and high power radio. It is possible to acquire your current position latitudelongitude by connecting an aftermarket gps receiver to the data port on the back of the radio. Aprs included 12009600bps aprs automatic packet reporting system data communication capability included. Ftb1900 is a memory management program for the ft1900 fm transceiver. Aea pk232 multimode controller to the yaesu ft920 hf transceiver 5 pin din dataport. Just wanted to do a video showing how to use some software to program the yaesu ft7900. Once you setup the aprs call sign and you have a gps lock the satellite icon stops blinking you can hit f mw and then bcn tx. If youre just receiving aprs the ft8800 works fine and can run packet in the background on the sub band.
Yaesu ft7900 radio install in 2004 tundra duration. It is designed to stand alone and does not monitor other traffic on the frequency. Aprs satellite trackers when you are off the grid, just connect a spot or delorme satellite tracker to aprs pro and let the world follow your steps. You should here the packet being sent out and the orange tx light come on. Transceiver interface diagram using the 5 pin din packet and data io to tnc with 5 pin din port. The ft8900r is the second radio i bought after getting licensed. Its not the best choice for a mobile allinone radio as mentioned, but it can be made to work. This is a short writeup about using aprs with the yaesuft2900r mobileradio. Since i live right in the middle of about 10 repeaters, i use an ed fong duel band 2 meter70 cm antenna mounted in thin wall pvc up in the attic. This is a short writeup about using aprs with the yaesu ft 2900r mobile radio.
The yaesu ft 7900r dual bander operates on 2 meters and 70 centimeters. This is a short video showing my packet radio setup using a yaesu ft 2900r and the aea pakratt 232 model pk232mbx. The adms2900 software helps you program memory channels and menu settings of the yaesu ft 2900 radio. This is a small utility i wrote to test the interface cables used to program yaesu and icom radios it will not work with cables for other radios. The new ftm3100r is a vhf conventional fm mobile transceiver that has all the features the ftm3200r has, except c4fm digital mode. May 10, 2016 this is a short video showing my packet radio setup using a yaesu ft 2900r and the aea pakratt 232 model pk232mbx. The importexport facility enables you to exchange memory information between the following radios by using. Getting a signal out really required ideal condition.
Gps included builtin gps receiver and antenna provides location, time, direction and aprs information. Pinpoint aprs is a free software application that together with some radio equipment and accessories allows you to visually track people and assets using amateur radio ham radio equipment using maps. We are pleased to announce yaesus powerful vhf mono band fm analog mobile transceiver the ft2980r. So im trying to set up aprs and im going through and following the aprs manual here.
Excellent reference texts and computer software are available for the design and optimiza tion of vhf. Four userprogrammable soft keys on the microphone may be programmed for easy. The ability to support two radios also opens the possibility to run an even more versatile setup vhf and hf. Ftb2900 is a memory management program for the yaesu ft2900 fm mobile transceiver. For those who arent familiar, aprs is a global network which allows sending gps position updates, text messages, and other data over ham radio, mainly 2 meter fm. Describe your experience with the yaesu ft1900r and tell us why you give it the rating you did required. Yaesu ftm400xdr transceivers mobile dual band 2m70cm. Data band select b band fix this says that the b band the one on the bottom of the display will be the one where aprs transmission will commence from. I hooked it up to my power supply and diamond verticle. Ftb2900 is a memory management program for the yaesu ft 2900 fm mobile transceiver. No cooling fan needed, a huge, easytoread display, and onetouch wires internet linking access capability are yours with the rugged new ft2980r. As its model name suggests, the new ft2980r arrives with the solid feature configuration and mechanical toughness of the ever popular ft2900r with a superior output power that is upgraded to 80 watts.
Crossband capable the ftm400dr is crossband capable when in analog mode. Automatic packet reporting system aprs is a digital communications system that uses packet radio technology to transmit information and text messages over amateur radio. Yaesu ft 7900 radio install in 2004 tundra duration. Spreadsheet layout with many point and click options. The main category is aprs software that is about aprs software for ham radio.
Many people have complained that the ft 991a lacks aprs support. Rt systems original adms2900 usb programming software version 5. Raddioacery mh48a6j dtmf handheld microphone speaker with button for yaesu ft 8900r ft 7900r ft 1807 ft 7800r ft 2900r ft 1900r ft 1500m ft 8500m 4. Aprs beacon station is possible, even if the beacon station is moving. Ft2900 radio programming software yaesu radio software. Feb 24, 2014 just wanted to do a video showing how to use some software to program the yaesu ft7900. We have 7 yaesu ft2dr manuals available for free pdf download. For those who arent familiar,aprs is aglobal network which. The ftm100drs single receiver design provides 50 solid watts of rf power on both the 144 and 430 mhz amateur radio bands, while still being host to a feature packed suite of both c4fm digital and fm analog communications. Rt systems radio programming software adms2900usb free. Adms2900 programming software for the yaesu ft 2900. Ftb1900 and ftb2900 are separate programs but use the same license. Waypoint data data inout is available from the acc connector on the rear of the main unit. The yaesu ft2900r is a deluxe, rugged fm mobile transceiver providing high power output and outstanding.
The adms2900 software helps you program memory channels and menu settings of the yaesu ft2900 radio. I have found that yaesu ft2900r transceivers are an excellent bang. The ft7900r well designed front panel provides simple, safe operation. Yaesu ft920, ft990, ftmp, ft840, ft890, ft747, etc.
At the time, i knew that i wanted a mobile unit which was capable of crossband repeating, data connectivity, 50w transmission output, and had a separable control head. Operating manual technical supplement operating manual. Its designed for a specific alinco, baofeng, icom, kenwood, jetstream, wouxon, or yaesu radioand others you program your radio without having to work your way through choices that dont relate to your particular radio model. Describe your experience with the yaesu ft 1900r and tell us why you give it the rating you did required. The yaesu ft7900r dual bander operates on 2 meters and 70 centimeters. Adms2900 programming software only for the yaesu ft2900.
I dragged my yaesu ft 2900r up from my car expecting id be able to start programming it, only to realize support isnt available yet for my model. We focus on the technical aspects of ham radioamateur radio, and. Nov 30, 2015 hello kc4raf, ive also got a ft 2900r. The large 6 digit backlit lcd on the ft2900r ensure excellent visibility. This is a short video showing my packet radio setup using a yaesu ft2900r and the aea pakratt 232 model pk232mbx. Rt systems radio programming software makes it easy for you to set up the memory channels and other menu parameters in your radio. Aprs digipeaters relay these messages by radio and igates send them to the internet, allowing global communication. User manuals, yaesu transceiver operating guides and service manuals. On my aprs cable harness for the 2900, i only used the rear audio output jack gnd and did not connect the mic gnd at all. The improved ft2980 now with 80 watts of high power output.
Aprs beacon the purpose of the aprs beacon is to provide simple aprs compatible position beacons for up to three objects. This link is listed in our web site directory since wednesday apr 24 2002, and till today aprs point has been followed for a total of 25733 times. Ft1d 5 controller firmware 5 dsp firmware 5 ft2d 5 ft70d 5 ch e c k i n g v e r s i o n s o f mo b i l e ra d i o f i r mw a r e 6 ftm100dr 6 ftm400xdr 6. It can use a singleport tnc in native mode, a single or dualport tnc in kiss mode or the agw packet engine in order to transmit on up to four radio ports. Operating instructions manual, operating manual, instruction manual, quick manual. With the new ft2980r, four output power settings 80w, 30w, 10w and 5w are selectable. Rt systems adms2900 programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the yaesu ft2900. Im in the middle of trying to get the tncpi working with the yaesu ft 2900r at the moment followed w8spls recommendation to use the ground of the 18 output which seemed to work really well, but the tncpi isnt keying the transceiver it wasnt keying the transceiver even when i used rj126 pin 4 instead of output ground. Yaesu handheld radios with the single pin microphone connector similar to the ft50r and ft50rd. I dragged my yaesu ft2900r up from my car expecting id be able to start programming it, only to realize support isnt available yet for my model. Yaesu ftmp mkv operators manual ftmp mkv operators manual.
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