Yaesu FT-710 AESS: TX Audio Settings (video #13 in this series)
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- Опубликовано: 7 ноя 2022
- I’ve had a number of requests to shoot a video series about the Yaesu FT-710 AESS (Acoustic Enhanced Speaker System), similar to my FTdx10 series. Ham Radio Outlet loaned me a Yaesu FT-710 AESS for just that purpose.
In this video I show how I enter the TX audio parameters for operation with, and without, the Speech Processor, while using the stock SSM-75E microphone. I cover the thought process involved and how to interpret the controls available to achieve TX audio that compliments your voice.
Note that the parameters for the SSM-75E usually work well for the Yaesu M-70 desk mic. I’ve worked with some VIP Patreon team members to set up their M-70. I recommended that they enable the low-cut switch on the bottom of the M-70 when they are working DX, but disable the low-cut while rag chewing. They reported great success with that approach. I listened to their audio and it is some of the best I’ve ever heard.
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The tutorial was perfect. Please consider and do not forget that the FT-710 is priced around a1000euros while the Ftdx10 costs 50% more. So any reference to the ftdx10 should not be used due to the enormous price difference. Thanks again for your excellent video. Today I ordered my FT-710 for 969euros and I am very happy with that.
When this series was shot, there was a $100 difference in price. At the Hamfest, they were priced the same last year. This year, the FTdx10 was $1199.95 at the Huntsville Hamfest. Not changing my videos. Sorry.
Thank you for the video, I was struggling. Used your settings line by line and I'm getting through pileups on 100w with flowers on the audio. 73!
Glad it helped. 73, de N4HNH
Thank you for the video! I'm getting my 710 this week and researching all that I can.
Glad I could help!
absolutely fantastic video! i look forward to more on the 710
More to come!
Many of the techniques I teach for the FTdx10 also apply to the FT-710, though knob placement is different. The FT-710 videos come out on Tuesdays.
I set my audio up on my FT-891 from your recommended audio settings for that radio. I’ve lost count how many station have complimented my audio. I’m picking up a new FT-710 at the weekend and I’m hoping it will sound at least as good as the FT-891. Thanks and 73 M7BCN
That’s great to hear. The FT-710 uses a different DSP but it can sound equally good. It requires slightly different settings. Since the compression meter doesn’t work correctly, be sure to follow the instructions in my video on TX audio carefully.
I have bought some gear from Billy. It was so good hearing him on the radio. I just my 710 and being delivered tomorrow, 73
Congratulations! I think you will enjoy the FT-710.
Doug, fantastic I have used your setup and will test the results, thanks for making this series of very useful videos. 73 M7CVK Tony from 🇬🇧
You’re very welcome, Tony! The first 17 videos are public. The rest are on Patreon. 73, Doug
I just wanted to thank you for the video. I have the 710 and use the pro7 headset, I changed the settings exactly to yours and I can see a noticeable difference. I was getting great reports before but getting even more comments after the changes. I use the radio from the mobile so I need every enhancement I can get.
I even managed to work a ZL3.
So thank you
MM5AJN/M
Duncan
The parameters I cover in this video are for the stock hand mic or a Yaesu desk mic, such as the MD-100AX8 or M-70. These parameters aren’t ideal for a Heil microphone. The Heil will require very different parametric EQ parameters in order to sound ideal. But, I’m glad you found some settings that work for you.
@@n4hnhradio hi, well if settings for a heil headset I would be happy to try, but the settings you have on this video seem to like my pro7's.
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You are fortunate to have a Heil headset TX audio sound good with the parameters in this video. I cover the parameters for Heil and Electrovoice in a PDF I created for members of the Patreon support team who have supported my work for a year or more, or who pay annually.
@@n4hnhradio Will they work on the MD-100?
The settings in video #4 of the FTdx10 series, or video #13 of the FT-710 series, work for the hand mic or a Yaesu desk mic, such as the MD-100AX8 or its replacement, the M-70.
I have a FTdx101MP for the shack but purchased a FT-710 for Field Day. I could not get that 'hey that sounds like you' from my Ham buddies using the hand MIC with the FT-710. I dialed in your suggested EQ setting with the 'PROC LEVEL' ON, using the hand MIC and all I got was 'wow, what ever you did do not change it'. Thank you for the tips. PS: I can not believe how well this FT-710 performs in SSB. K8CGS
The FT-710 is a game changer pure SDR. Remember too, that 98% of the techniques I teach for the FTdx10 also apply to the FT-710. So, once you exhaust all 35 FT-710 videos, check out the 100+ FTdx10 videos. The techniques I teach for the FTdx10 can also be applied to the FTdx101.
I just released the FTdx101MP TX Audio Settings video but it is only available for the Patreon team members.
73, de N4HNH
Another great video!
Thanks! I thought I would go through my thought process in setting up TX audio while using the FT-710 as the test subject.
Thanks for the video. The ALC and Processor work fine here. I get plenty of ALC and running Processor at 5 DB. Nothing unusual noted with the meters. I do use a different transmit bandwidth and EQ settings than you suggest. Seems like a nice little rig.
TX BPF has no bearing on the metering. The Comp meter on the one in the video exhibits the same sluggish action that others have reported.
All I can say, I don’t see the odd behavior in this rig that I saw in your video. Audio reports on this little rig have been excellent.
Again, thanks for your video.
Thanks for the video. Was going to buy one of these... Think ill stick with a 7300.
It’s better than a 7300, but not quite at the performance level of the FTdx10.
Your suggestion to get a friend to listen to me is probably a good idea. But, in MY case I HAVE no friends to do that with. I'm brand new to the hobby and have only had my 710 for about two weeks. I'll just set my radio up according to your suggestions and go from there. 😎
I have had a plethora of operators tell me that my settings worked as-is. But, when I have gotten on the air with some of my S9 (VIP) Patreon team members, to help them personally, we were able to tailor it to match their voice. It wasn’t a huge difference but an improvement nonetheless.
Doug,
Thanks for the detailed video. I just got my FT-710 and I am enjoying it tremendously.
Regarding the meter discrepancies that you showed in your video, I wonder if going to the TX General Settings and changing Meter Detector from Average to Peak might make a difference, especially when the Meter is set to Comp. What do you think? N4PSA
The Peak option is for the PO meter. I spoke with a Yaesu rep today and he said a firmware update is forthcoming. I told him they released the FT-710 before it was ready. They used their customers as beta testers. I hope Yaesu puts out a very good update soon.
73, Doug
The PO setting should always be set to peak in my opinion
Yes indeed, Robert. Some peak-reading meters tend to read a little high when measuring a steady carrier but I mostly operate CW or SSB, so peak is better for me.
73, Doug
Thank you for this video. Following your suggestions has improved my transmitted audio but I am getting reports that there is too much bass in it but not sure what setting/settings to change to improve things.
Lower the gain of the lowest frequency. Also be sure that the TX BPF is set to 300-2700.
Thank you for the quick response
You’re welcome!
Hi great video will your EQ Settings be a good start for the Yeasu FT DX 101MP
Yes, my settings should get you close and then tweak for your voice. My settings are for the stock hand mic or the M-70. But you should use the settings for the FTdx10 that I show in video #4 of the FTdx10 series. The FTdx10 uses the same DSP chip as the FTdx101D/MP. The FT-710 uses a chip from a different manufacturer. There is a noticeable difference in the AMC and the speech processor. So use the FTdx10 videos as a guide for setting up the FTdx101D/MP.
I cover the parameter’s for Heil and Electrovoice microphones in the menu optimizations PDFs that are available for Executive and VIP Patreon team members. Those documents, and others, are perks/privileges I created as a thank you for the additional support of this channel from Executive and VIP Patreon team members.
73, de N4HNH
Hi Doug, this video has left me a bit disappointed in regards to the ALC/COMP meter amongst a few other things. However I still decided to give the radio a try, it was too hard to pass on the Black Friday deals hi hi. By the way, after watching all of your videos on the dx10 last year I decided to purchase one, absolutely no regrets, love the dx10. I also purchased a FT891 to do portable work and like that radio very much as well. So in the coming days I’ll be playing with the 710. Perhaps you can do a part two/revisit to this video in the near future, that would be great. I’ve learned a lot by watching your videos not only on the radios I have but other videos as well. Thank you and I look forward to seeing more great content from you. 73, de AD2MM
Yes, I was disappointed as well. And you saw when I did. In other words, I’m letting the viewers see what I see when I see it. But it’s still a good transceiver. I can live without a compression meter. In fact, that is the one meter I can definitely do without. But ALC is a must. And SWR. I leave mine set to SWR during normal operation.
73, Doug
Thanks for the great video. I ordered a Yaesu M70 desk mic. Will I need to change any of those settings you went through for my hand mic or will the same settings work with the M70?
Thanks again for the great information.
73's Mark
I thought I mentioned that in the video. Same settings for both. Enable low-cut on the M-70 when working DX.
Great settings, Just got a comment on how good My audio is :D Thank you DE 2E1FNP
That’s great to hear. My settings usually get people close and they can tweak from there. For some, the settings work as is.
73, Doug
Hi Doug , only just seen your videos on the 710 and am waiting for mine to be delivered…I am limited to 10 watts max on transmit atm due to my M7 foundation licence here in the UK…my question is …do your tx audio settings that you have used still apply when operating up to 10 watts max ie QRP ?, thanks for the great videos which are very informative,73 steve M7GWJ
Good transmit audio is even more important with low power. It helps your intelligibility.
Many thanks for your video. I will certainly try the settings you are showing on the video. But I have a question as well: Could I use the MD-100 microphone with the FT-710 (which I have purchased some years ago with the FT-857D) The surprising thing is that I could plug in the M-70 mike on both radios (FT-710 and also FT-857D) so that I why I was wondering what could be the outcome.
The MD-100AX8 is interchangeable with the M-70. Set the EQ parameters the way I show in the video. Enable low-cut when trying to break a pileup, otherwise keep low-cut disabled.
@@n4hnhradioMany thanks for your quick reply Doug. Could I access to all videos on the FT-710 by getting the S5 subscription level.
Access to the additional videos is for S7 or S9 members. Annual members can request my menu optimizations PDF for their radio.
Hi there,
I have a FT-710 and I love the radio. I'm trying to follow along with your videos to set the tx audio. Can you be a bit more specific as to the values you select in the various menus? I'm totally blind, and having this information would give me the information I need to ask for sighted help "to get the radio setup.
Thanks.
I go into great detail in video #4 of the FTdx10 series. The main difference is the AMC setting. The Automatic Mic Gain Control needs to be set higher, at around 95. The AMC acts as a type of limiter. It can work against the mic gain and the speech processor. After the EQ parameters are set and the Mic EQ is enabled, set the mic gain to 55, processor to 17, and AMC to 95. Adjust the mic gain until the ALC meter reaches the dividing line between the white and blue on voice peaks but it doesn’t go into the blue. Next, lower the AMC level to the point where the ALC meter starts to drop. Don’t lower the AMC beyond that point.
Great video! Thank you for taking the time to do this. Do you think the audio settings would be similar with the M-70 microphone? I am thinking of getting one for VOX.
M-70 is the mic I recommend for Yaesu radios. You can use the same EQ parameters as the ones for the hand mic. You might need to adjust the mic gain a bit, but it depends upon how close you speak to the desk mic. Enable the Low-cut switch on the bottom of the mic when working DX.
If you want a boom mic, I recommend the Heil PR-781. For a headset, I recommend the Heil Pro Set Elite 6. Both the 781 and the headset can use the same EQ parameters. I tend to use the headset with my FTdx10.
73, de N4HNH
@@n4hnhradioThank you for the quick response. Happy to be a subscriber now!
KD2ZTA
You’re very welcome, Kevin! 73, Doug
Do these settings work well on the yaesu m70/m90 desk mics great video
Yes they do. Enable low-cut when working DX.
Doug, this was extremely helpful for me, as the FT 710 is my first SDR rig. Have you made any new discoveries or gone back and tweaked any of the TX audio settings, since putting this video out? 73
No, I haven’t made any changes. Those settings work for most Yaesu transceivers. The AMC setting varies between the different transceivers but that’s about all.
There are over 30 videos in the FT-710 playlist, and more information available for the Patreon team members.
73, de N4HNH
@@n4hnhradio Thanks for the quick reply, Doug. I set mine exactly like you did, with the exception of AMC being 85, and did a few tests with ears on. Mic EQ off sounded flat and unappealing (but like me), Mic EQ on sounded weird (and not like me), and Processor on 20 sounded great AND like me! The manual says processor can distort waveform, so not used in normal conversation, so I thought I'd experiment. I changed the Mic EQ settings to be exactly like P EQ settings, and it sounded a lot better and way more like me. Now, when I have processor on, it sounds like Mic EQ on steroids, or Mic EQ sounds like processor not on steroids, whichever way you want to think of it. After watching this vid for the 3rd time, I was thinking maybe that's what Billy meant by not sounding like "you," before you turned the processor on. Just thought I'd throw this out there in case it helps anyone. Also not sure if it's really "bad" to run the processor all the time anyway, as the manual makes it sound. Thanks for putting out such helpful content! My enthusiasm for this rig went up considerably after watching this vid.
I always run my speech processor, but at 15. The processor makes a 100W radio sound about 3dB stronger. It helps hold the voice peaks. The processor level depends upon mic EQ and mic Gain, but I never go above 20. These settings assume a Yaesu hand mic. Different EQ parameters are required for Heil, Electrovoice, etc.
Billy is accustomed to hearing me on my FTdx5000MP with a Heil PR-781 microphone.
Very nice video Doug…I just bought the 710 and this video will help things out! Very great content in your channel! I’m subscribed and learning a lot. Just back to Ham radio after many years…going for my General…thanks for sharing! Be safe..Cheers, 73, K9YTT
Welcome back to amateur radio, Alejandro! Enjoy your FT-710. I suggest watching the videos in numerical order.
73, Doug
I'm listening to billy now setting up my rig now.
That’s cool! Very cool!
Nice one Doug
thankyou
I have forwarded this to a couple of ops
73
Rob G3RCE
I hope it helps them get close. Everyone’s voice requires a slightly different treatment.
73, Doug
If I'am using the processor all the time am I to use only set up the P Prmtrc EQ 73's
Sure. It only uses the P PRMTRC parameters when the speech processor is enabled.
Hi Doug…can you tell me why my “Mic EQ” button is greyed-pout on my FT-710?
If you have the radio set to a mode that doesn’t require the EQ, it will be greyed out.
Hi...your video is GREAT! thanks.....can you share the Heil Headset you mentioned in the video? Pro 7 and what element should be selected? thanks 73 John N6TRC
I’m glad you found it helpful. Heil mics require more tweaking. That’s covered in my menu optimizations PDF. It’s available as a thank-you to yearly S7 or S9 Patreon members. Without them, this video would not exist.
Nice nice , I have a Heil HHM mic, what of this I have to put up or down to that setting ?
Heil settings are covered in detail in the downloadable PDF. Those are one of the perks for the Executive and VIP Patreon team members.
Thank you so much
You're most welcome!
Roger that...before I get to the Patreon Membership...just don't know what Heil Model I should get or what element I should select....maybe the headset hardware has to be modified for the adapter and then special settings in FT 710
I use the Pro Set Elite 6 headset and the PR-781 boom mic. The Pro 7 can use almost the same settings as the Pro Set Elite 6.
How do you set up this radio for use with a pc to record an retransmit audio
There is no need to use a PC. There are 5 message memories. You can record 5 messages to an optional SD card. You must not use an SD card that holds more than 32GB. But you will be hard-pressed to fill a 32GB card. There is a Function menu popup for recording and playing back the messages. But I use the Yaesu FH-2 remote control to transmit the messages. I covered that in my FH-2 video.
Thanks for your helpful Video. Goes far beyond the manual. I get the Idea of parametric EQs. Buit I find the concept of the compressor readings and the AMC control and ALC readings very confusing. I did not manage to get an TX audio setting the puts me around the power level that I expected (=20W on the PO Meter). No problem with FT8 though. I am writing this in Dec 2023 and I believe there was a SW update in the meantime. (Which I installed)
To read SSB audio, set the PO meter for peak reading. That is set in the menu. The default is average reading. Set AMC to 90. Set processor to 15. Then adjust mic gain for the proper reading on the ALC meter.
That did the job! thanks for pointing me to the right procedure!!! 73 de DD1TA @@n4hnhradio
You’re very welcome! 73, de N4HNH
Hi Doug, excellent video as usual. A question : why do you put BWTH at 10 at EQ3 (P PMTRC)? You set it at 1 on the FTDX10? 73 de Fred from Paris, France
The two radios use different DSP chips, as I pointed out earlier in this series. Also, I have refined these parameters somewhat for my annual S7 and S9 Patreon team members. It’s part of my menu optimizations guide that I share exclusively with them.
Thanks!
You are very welcome! 73, de N4HNH
Yes, I tried it and the COMP meter does not work when the PROC is on
Which is when you need it. But, even when it works, like the one in the FTdx10, you can get away with occasional peaks of 15dB. I just set the Speech Processor (compression) level at 15-17% and call it a day.
Many thanks for this information comp meter is now working whit your info tx audio settings P for processor thx for you ham spirit
73 from pa1gm
I am wondering if the FT-710 is a better radio than the FTDX-1200? I have the FTDX-1200 and just bought the FT-710. I also have the FT-991A and like it a lot.
Which radio is best depends upon your operating style.
Thank you , good job
I’m glad you liked it.
@@n4hnhradio Since I followed your advice on the eq of the Yaesu FT710 with the original microphone, I have had nothing but superb feedback without having asked for it, thank you very much, excellent! I'll keep an eye on your page ;) Thank you 73's from Rémi Sud France
I’m so glad to hear that. Those settings seem to work for many people.
Undecided between the yaesu m70 and m90. Do you have any opinions on which to get thanks
Whichever one you think looks best. They are both equally good microphones. I have helped some Patreon members with the M-70 and they have some of the best audio I’ve heard. But I also helped one with the M-90 and it sounded good too. As far as boom type mics are concerned, the Yaesu radios love the Heil PR-781, which is what I use.
does this radio have a built in voice recorder ?
Yes, it can record the incoming audio. It can also transmit up to 5 prerecorded SSB or CW messages, so you can save your voice, and fist, during a contest. It cannot record your side of a QSO though
this is my first HF rig. I dont have a clue what half this stuff he's talking about. Perhaps a 7300 wouldve been a better choice out of the box for a HF rookie?
Just set the mic EQ parameters as shown and have fun. You will one day want a better receiver than the IC-7300. It doesn’t matter how good you sound if you cannot hear the other station. For rag chew the IC-7300 is fine. For chasing DX and contesting, the IC-7300 is limited. The FT-710 is one of the top 3 in the world for its ability to receive. But, there is a learning curve.
Doug thanks for the video. I set my 710 the same while watching the video. I will give this a try. Thanks 73 de KB9HGI
You might need to tweak slightly for your own voice, especially for the low frequency, 300Hz. If people say you have to much bass in your voice, lower the level of the 300Hz EQ.
@@n4hnhradio i tried it out with your settings and what's weird is I can not get my ALC above the s5 when I have it on ALC meter
Check your AMC level. Try 95. I don’t remember the exact number I ended up at in the video. I recorded it in the Menu Optimizations PDF for the Executive and VIP Patreon members. I don’t have it at my finger tips right now, but I think it was 90 or maybe 95. It’s not the same as for the FTdx10. Note that the COMP meter doesn’t work. Just set the Processor at 15 or 17 max and adjust the mic gain until the ALC meter reaches just below the blue.
@@n4hnhradio I tried it 50-100 and ALC only goes half of the ALC scale. I guess maybe need to reset the radio
Definitely don’t use 50. Try 95 for AMC. Where is the volume set? Is Mic EQ on? EQ parameters set in the menu per the video?
just got mine 2 days ago and been getting "wow that audio is super nice!" comments already (before telling about new rig)... havent touched a setting :)
even locals i know tell me is very natural and smooth.. maybe yaesu gave too many options that aint needed?
Everyone’s voice is different. Many rigs sound fine out of the box. They just get better with a proper application of EQ. If you’re going for rag chew audio, smooth is good. If you want to improve your ability to work DX, and increase your peak envelope power, equalization and processing are needed.
I was looking at a repair ticket I have for a FT-710aess. It turned out there was nothing wrong with the radio at all. The only thing I can conceive of there being wrong is the operator's antenna. However, this radio was dropped off the 18th of May. This radio has been ready for pickup for months. The telephone number left is defunct. I may play with the radio for awhile. I can not transmit, because I have no license. However, I can receive. I am going to experiment with it. From what I have read, it receives 30khz to 30Mhz then 50Mhz to 75Mhz, in all analogue modes and some digital modes. It may prove interesting. I just wonder what happened to the operator.
Hi.. does AMC work when proc level is off ?
AMC is Automatic Mic-gain Control. It functions as a type of limiter. It functions whether the speech processor is enabled or not. The AMC helps prevent the splatter that results from overdriving an amplifier. Set it to a level that just barely yields 100W of SSB PEP, measured on a PEP meter. To be on the safe side, set AMC to the point where it limits your PEP to 95W. The sweet spot for the AMC is different between the FTdx10, FTdx101, and FT-710. I cover that in my menu optimizations documents.
@@n4hnhradio Very thanks..
AMC is supposed to be adjusted with the PROC off & meter showing COMP, according to pg 40 of the manual. The meter is designed to show COMP even when the PROC is off.
The COMP meter in the FT-710 doesn’t work correctly.
I get mine on Thursday & I'll let you know my experience.
AMC acts as a limiter, to prevent distortion. Set it to the point where it just begins to limit the power output when you speak louder into the microphone. When speaking in a normal voice, you shouldn’t see any clamping. I use the power meter to set this because the COMP meter cannot be relied upon. Ultimately, it’s the PEP that gets limited. Since the power output meter functions as expected, it can be used as an alternate method for setting the AMC. Perhaps a future update will fix the COMP meter. The December update did not.
Factor (tech guy at Yaesu USA) told me, unless the Yaesu problem was "ubiquitous", Yaesu won't make a change. ie- if no one complains, they won't make a change.
That sounds like Tim. I’ve told him
about issues in multiple radios. The last time we spoke, I told him about the distortion in the FTdx10 DNF. He said no one else has reported it. I corroborated with many of my viewers, who also noted the distortion. I told Tim that just because I’m the only one to report an issue doesn’t mean it isn’t true.
In the case of the FT-710, the DNF is corrected. But the DNR is messed up. Yaesu is supposedly working on a firmware update for the DNR. I hope they are successful.
My Compression an ALC meters don't move on key regardless of settings
It’s a known issue with the 710. Just set the way I show and it should be fine. I never rely on those meters. The meters in the FTdx10 work but I still don’t rely on them.
Sorry for the fire-drill, Doug. I had to change mode. Sorry to bother you!! Jim
I’m glad you got it. It is only available for modes that can use the EQ.
With mic gain up to 70 and PROC on 30 I am only putting out 60-60 watts even though power is set to 100
Something is wrong. Did you follow my video exactly? Also, do you have the meter set for Peak? I covered that in a later video in the FT-710 series. I think it is video 18B, but videos 18B through 35 are only available for Patreon members.
@@n4hnhradio that was it, it was not set to peak
But you still have the mic gain and processor set too high. Also be sure that you set the AMC as shown in the video.
@@n4hnhradio I turned all that down once I was set to peak. All is good now
No transmission transmitting Wide 100-2900 the best sound
The best TX audio is FM stereo at 54kHz. But this is ham radio. It is designed for 2-way communications, where power spectral density becomes more important.
i changed the meter from avg to peak and it worked better
Very good. I’m glad you found that. It’s a nice feature.
73, de N4HNH
I still choose the 991a as it is all mode.
The FT-991A is the one radio to have if you can only have one radio. I’ve said that many times. It’s a “Jack of all trades” radio.
73, de N4HNH
I have both the 710 and the 991A and the 710 has a way better receiver!
Hi from Dl5ae
Nice Video 100 %
Vy 73 Dl5ae Dieter
I’m glad you liked it. 73, de N4HNH
Antenna’s have a Q so do filter’s! Actually an antenna is a filter!
All of the above. Remember my video where I showed how an antenna can help filter receive when used at a non-resonant point? Q is a fun factor.
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73, de N4HNH
Yaesu's menus are insane. With ICOM on the IC-7300 just adjust Bass and Treble and you're done! This video helps some but it's still far too complex. I just got off the air with a new 710 owner and another guy who has an 891. We spent 2 hours and still can't get rid of his bass. P PRMTC? Who ever heard of such nonsense? Yaesu hired clowns to design this.
The Yaesu transceivers borrow from the music and broadcast industry by including fully adjustable parametric equalizers. There are two sets of them, so you can set up two different audio emphasis schemes. You aren’t limited to only a bass and treble level adjustment with a fixed center frequency and non-adjustable Q factor.
You have 3 separate parametric equalizer settings (aka filters) for when you are not using the speech processor (PRMTRC) and another 3 for when you are using the speech processor (P PRMTRC). Each of the 6 filters allows you to select the center, level (gain), and Q factor (Yaesu calls it Width) for the low frequency, the mid frequency, and the high frequency. There are three filters for PRMTRC and 3 for P PRMTRC, totaling 6 filters.
You can use the PRMTRC to tailor your TX audio for casual rag-chew quality audio and configure the P PRMTRC for breaking a DX pileup or contesting. By simply enabling the speech processor you alter your TX audio for more pileup busting audio.
Furthermore, the parametric type equalizers allow you to adjust for a wider variety of microphone choices, providing you with enough flexibility to make just about any microphone sound great with the radio.
The ICOM IC-7300 is a great radio for someone who is new and still learning the technology. The Yaesu radios have been described as a “thinking man’s radio.” Yaesu radios will require a little more dedication to digging in and understanding their vast array of capabilities. Their receivers and transmitters are quite honestly more capable but there is a steeper learning curve. You can have fun with an ICOM right now. You can have more fun with a Yaesu, but not until you have spent some quality time learning its full capabilities.
I find the 710 has full and articulate audio better than the ftdx10
I’m glad you like it. But the EQs operate the same for both. Different chip but same frequency, gain, and Q parameters. Most variations are attributed to mic choice and the operator’s voice.
@n4hnhradio Voice is important that's where I lack which no money in the world can fix..lol. by the way I own 17 transceivers. It's a sickness 😷
You have me beat. I’ve worked on thousands but only owned 4 HF transceivers. I tried out everything that HRO had available to try, over a period of 8 months. But I bought the FTdx5000MP. Yaesu wasn’t what I wanted to buy but the 5000 won me over.
Should the "moni level" option be at least 1? "To obtain depth in the audio path, it is necessary to turn on the monitor...." - I think it's stupid, but one of the Polish hams says so on RUclips. In my opinion, the only thing you will achieve is clutching and squeaking.
MONI should only be used for voice modes when you are wearing headphones. It can be used for CW anytime, because it controls your sidetone level. There is no danger of feedback from a microphone when operating CW mode.
@@n4hnhradio I thought that talking about setting "moni level >0" for these settings to work was nonsense. Thanks..
Maybe they were referring to wearing headphones and listening to your audio while you adjust the equalization. The audio you hear from the headphones is from the DSP stage, before it is sent to the transmitter. Listening to how you sound in the headphones can help you get close to optimum equalization. However, it still doesn’t represent how you will sound to a listener, after you modulate your transmitter and your signal is demodulated by the receiver of the listener. Nonetheless, listening to your transmit audio through headphones can help you get close enough to later tweak for perfection over the air.
After you are finished using the headphones, you should set the MONI level back to zero, to avoid feedback when you transmit.
@@n4hnhradio No, they claim that "Turning on the monitor is essential for depth in the audio track ...." . It's nonsense..
@artstarz1 yes, that would be nonsense. Too much depth in the audio is not a good thing.
I think you are full of baloney. Crank up the monitor level, use some good headphones and then adjust the settings to your liking. You don't need to know what you sound like. Listen for loud and clear while adjusting and you won't go wrong. AK0Z
I think you don’t understand my point. The monitor audio is from the DSP. It is a good indicator. But ultimately I want to know how I sound after modulating the transmitter and having it demodulated by a receiver. I need the validation of someone I trust, who knows my voice. Or I need for someone to record it and send the recording to me. It’s even better if I’m barely above the noise on the receiver end. That helps me ascertain whether my TX audio has what it needs to reliably communicate in tough band conditions. But you go right ahead and use your method. I don’t care.
@@n4hnhradio Good points. You are really detailed in your settings. Helped me out a lot.
But you think I'm full of baloney?
@@n4hnhradio Just testing your sense of humor. I was able to use my monitor level cranked up and get a good idea of what I sounded like through headphones. I am getting good reports from friends. Keep making videos the way you want. 73 hope to hear you on the air.
I do have a sense of humor. But I get 2-3 hateful comments per week, so I'm cautious. A few days ago, I had a comment that called me an old (word for donkey) and told me that I should die, or at least leave RUclips. He watched one of the videos where I mentioned how the noise blanker in the older radios was better. He therefore accused me of being afraid of new technology. He said old hams like me should go away and die.
As soon as i hear "available to patreon level xx menbers". Im out..
Bye
It's bare Bones radio icom 7300 so much better in about the same price 👍
I’m afraid not. The randomization and dithering in the FT-710 is superior. Better dynamic range with no overload. The DSP is also superior, including APF and the Contour Filter. Additionally, there is a direct output for an external monitor.
Your videos bored
I think you would be happier watching a different channel.
Thanks for the upload. Appreciated. Question ⁉️. I use a Rode M3 condenser mic powered via a 9v battery, with my IC-7300. Would this mic cause any issues with the 710. ?? Thank you in advance . 73s HS0ZOU.
I’ve never tried a Rode. Yaesu radios sound great with a Yaesu mic or a Heil PR-781. As far as compatibility goes, the Rode Procaster should work with a Yaesu. The EQ settings will need to be tweaked. I suspect that it will respond similar to a Heil or an Electrovoice.
@@n4hnhradioHi Doug , only just watched your series on the ft710 and am waiting for mine to be delivered.I am a UK foundation licence holder with 10w maximum allowed on transmit, my question is…Do the tx audio settings you have set up , still apply when operating up to 10w maximum ie QRP…obviously things get a bit difficult trying to break a pile up using low power, enjoying your videos and any advice would be much appreciated
My TX audio settings are for my voice but they seem to work for most operators. They are settings that provide a good blend of punch and fidelity. You should watch my video about Power Spectral Density. It’s in the “Learning Ham Radio” playlist. It’s also available via my web site (N4HNHradio.com) and in the Technical collection at Patreon.com/N4HNH.