Yaesu FT-857D Man Pack All Band All Mode Doomsday Radio on W4G/NG-004 Blood Mountain Summit SOTA!
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- Опубликовано: 1 июн 2022
- In this video we're having fun the Yaesu FT-857 All Mode All Band Radio. Integrated with the MOBILINKD-TNC3 for APRS location Data , SMS messaging, Email/Packet for Winlink. And Using the Digirig CAT and Sound Card interface for all of the digital modes in the Ham Community. This Radio is a Fully Capable Communications set up! Phone, Cw, Digital, AM, FM , SSB with Batteries at the Bottom of the bag!!
For the Frame !
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For the Bag!
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For the Digirig!!
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Nice presentation in the clouds from Blood Mountain with a 40 miles simplex QSO into northern Georgia.
Can you please do a video of your whole set up on your pack please
Of course!!!
I defiantly second this!!
I'm working on it now! What specifically would you like to know about! Would you like Super Tactical or Strait Up Rag Chew level information!! I'll do my best to make sure you can use the info for good operation!
Your setup is introducing me to new tech - I'd like to see a "take it apart/put it together" video AND be able to download a "build sheet" PDF - all accomplished in your "spare time", of course. New subscriber - thanks! 🙂
I’d like to see that also, I’m not a yaesu guy but this video has sparked my interest.
wish they still made the 897d! cool video dude.
Thank you!
Yusef - excellent video. Great overview and I really enjoyed seeing how pumped you were about the set up. Cheers from VK.
That is so cool! Love your enthusiasm. Subscribed.
Thanks Steve!! Keeping it Playful!!! That's the Goal.
Awesome video, you earned my subscription. Keep up the good work.
Excellent work and some awesome editing.
Every Video I'm getting more and more confidence and quality.
Yusef, thank you for sharing, great job. You gave me some great ideas.
100 percent happy to help!
This is a great station. Looking forward to see more.
Just got my 857 and needed a good video to recommend a dual band antenna. Thanks for that!
Glad I could help
Well presented video. I enjoyed thanks. Pity no one in Australia sells the manpack. Oh well. Enjoy using. Loos so funtional! Cheers
Excellent ! Thanks for posting . Please talk more about details in future videos . Great channel !
Thanks, will do!
Great video! I met you a couple of months ago shopping in HRO. I look forward to more vids. Thanks!
Wonderful man!! Always great meeting and talking to HAMs in HRO!!!
K04zul here in Buford awesome video!
Nice channel! I just subbed. Looking forward to seeing more, my friend!
Excellent video.
Loving that manpack! Very nicely done video also. 👍
Glad you like it!
Great video, Yusef! You've come a long way with the hobby in a short time. Regards from LARC and KO4AWT!
Thanks to my Elmer's who are my friends and mentors from places like LARC and NFARL !! T
@@metroatlantahamradio334 I haven't been on the air much lately but remember suggesting that radio to you about a year ago and still think it was an excellent choice. Don't know if you remember me but I was one of the VE's when you tested for your General ticket.
Nice setup. Hope you keep doing the videos. I'll keep an eye on the SOTA / POTA spots for you and see if we can make a contact.
Mad shout out from LaFayette, GA (Walker County) via Chattanooga, TN. Awesome video bruh!! I have the 857-D and had it for years since the very early 2000’s. I use it in my Big Rig with the Atas 120a and wish I’d purchased a second one after watching your video! I just replaced the screen on it after terrible zebra striping. Now it’s time to do some POTA and SOTA with it! Can’t wait to work you and meet you one day! 73’s from KA4YMC 💪🏾👊🏾…… 🫵🏾 YOU ROCK!!
Yo Marcus!!! So good to hear from you man. I'm so glad you enjoyed the video !! That's why I do them !!! 73 my man!!
Smiling!
Bought that radio 2006, run it as my fixed station for years, now mostly mobile and it's still working like new. Just bought the big brother the 991A a month ago and like it a lot also.
Think my IC 7300 is still my go to rig for calling nets because of the ability to record. They call the 991A a shack in a box but that's what I thought the FT 857D was when I first got it.
73
great rig and setup!! I wish i had this!! :)
A shout out from Winder! I just found you this evening. I've had an 857D for years, but trying to make it portable has always seemed just too hard. Fast forward 15(?) years and battery technology and the Armoloq frames make things so much easier. I have seen several photos of this rig in several bags, but only tonight have I seen it to scale, so to speak. Also - Love your text callouts on the video so a person can get the correct spelling of things that need to be researched further. 73, K5AKG
I'm so Glad you enjoyed the content!
Thanks for sharing, You now have a new sub..
Just built something very similar around the 857 and it works so well. Been running voice only so far but got everything tomorrow for the digirig.
You gonna love it!
Awesome stuff my guy!!!
I stumbled crossed your channel looking for more info on man packs. This is super exciting and I’m glad I found your channel , now following !! I’m currently in Central East GA ( new to the area) and have a technician license. I’m super excited about getting my General License ( wanting to get more into HF ) and super interested in Digital capabilities.
Welcome aboard! And Please go and get that General man!!!
The FT-857 is an awesome rig! I have one in the shack and one in my truck. I might need to look into the digital mods you have there! Thanks for sharing!
Go for it!! I am passionate about Voice and QRO however I Also Enjoy my Other Modes. It's Like Icing on a cake!!! Digital that is!
@@metroatlantahamradio334 My primary focus right now is becoming more efficient and confident using CW. I have an MTR3b and an HB1B that I need to use! Be safe!
Awesome bro 🔥
Not as Awesome as you!
Awesome video and setup with your rig!
Wish I was in an area where I could get 2m SOTA contacts.
Those North GA Mountains allow for 100 mile plus 2m Contacts from SC to South of Atlanta ( sometimes with HT!)!!! GA is Good for Ham and GMRS.
Awesome setup!! Nice rig man
Glad you like it!
Just found your channel. You’ve got a new subscriber in Mobile, AL
Helz Yea! Let's learn together!
Great video !
Glad you enjoyed it
Congrats on 1K subscribers.
Gonna be putting an FT-857D in my truck as soon as I get my Yaesu ATAS-120A antenna. Haven't got to use it yet, but so far I'm liking what I'm seeing, which is why when I saw one on Ebay for a decent price I jumped on it.
Love that radio. 😎
Nice set up catch u down the log
Great rig!
great info, nice to see people excited about their hobby
Thanks for watching!
Fav activation so far 👍🏽
I agree with Harvey Leister, a detailed breakdown would be a well received video. Your enthusiasm earned my subscription!
I concur on all points, and know nothing about amateur radio, yet!
I've started working on it( at least brainstorming)! I did a video yesterday but my baby girl did it in Hyperlapse 🤣🤣🤣. I decided to Attempt again on another Summit.
You are so close to 1000. I pushed you one closer bro
I hope you enjoyed the content ! And thank you so much.
you made it
@@metroatlantahamradio334
Sick rig man love it !
What's your favorite thing about this setup?
Awesome video! Thank you Mike KB9MEQ
Glad you liked it!
Been keeping an eye out for one of these radios for the car.
Have you found one?
Great Video
Nice! Think I’ll get mine out and tinker with it great job.
Mine Sat on a desk For a Year Doing Nothing. So yes It's definitely worth getting it back up and Running.
Awesome thank you for sharing.
Thanks for watching and I'm so happy you enjoyed!
Yusif, killing it on SOTA!
You are a man after my own heart. I have gone a little different with my FT-857D. I bought rails, bag, and battery box from PortableZero and a CHA Emcomm III Portable antenna. Pushing 59 I plan on having something resembling a proper seat and table, and bringing the radio and LDG z11 proii tuner out of the bag.
I have NBEMS (flmsg, fldigi), JS8Call, and WSJT-X FT-8 running with my Signalink USB, Digirig Mobile, and Windows 10 Dell Laptop. For the time being Winlink is mocking me, but testing the Cha Emcomm iii Portable on ssb phone today made realize what I thought was a software issue may be RFI and I need to try adding a few ferrite beads. When tuning with 20W or more power the radio was locking in Tx.
You have better HF antennas, but I am trying to get it all in one small bag.
I will probably get the Packtenna 20/40 EFHW for inside the bag and Cha Emcomm iii Portable hanging on the bag.
One of my primary requirements is 80m NVIS. Currently I am using the Ultimax 80m-10m EFHW installed in an inverted-L, which works well when the transformer is near the ground, earthgrounded, and choked at the feedpoint. It is too big for the bag.
If the Cha Emcomm iii Portable does not meet expectations I will likely try MyAntennas EFHW as it is very efficient and about the size of the Cha Emcomm iii Portable.
Keep up the good work.
If you get interested in EFHW antennas, I suggest looking at some of Steve Ellington's videos. He does actual testing in various configurations. The configuration I use is about 3db better than typical configurations. I suspect the Cha Emcomm iii Portable will not provide required performance on 80m until I have 4 or more counterpoises.
Again, keep up the good work and happy radio prepping. My main prep is for after the big hurricane blows in FL.
N4VEP
I used to run with the EmComm III !! But doing SOTA made me Switch things up a Bit. Also have you taken a look at the EFHW Sparkplug antenna?? It comes in 50-100 watts! I use a 61' 26AWG wire with that thing and I'm resonate on 20, 40, 10, and 15! That Antenna is as small as your thumb !! I run it in a Sloper Configuration. This is what I used before I had the Tactical Delta loop!! I'm so in love with it's Versatility ( can run Vertical 17'). Check it out ! it's been so good to me. Your Gear sounds awesome man!! Thank you for taking the time to watch the video. I'm working on part 2 right now. 73 !!! DE K4KHO
@@metroatlantahamradio334 I have seen some interesting videos of the sparkplug antenna. It hasn't made my short list yet. The Emcomm iii wasn't on my short list until until my brother sent me a $200 Amazon gift card.
I had narrowed down to the Packtenna 20/40 EFHW and MyAntennas 80m-10m EFHW.
NVIS regional communications of 50mi-500mi after a hurricane is my primary concern. That means 80m & 40m NVIS. 80m is a bit more reliable for NVIS, but more noisy.
Otherwise my favorite bands are 40m & 17m for ragchewing & DX.
Which has me thinking of building a 40m or 20m 3/8wave doublet. Doublets are fun antennas and very efficient with excellent freq agility, but they do like being high.
Endfeds are best for portable ops in my opinion due to ease of deployment. Most portable verticals are not too efficient and/or have narrow Q.
How many radials were you running on your Emcom iii? I have the 25ft and a 1/4 wave set 20m, 17m, 15m, 12m & 10m from Super Antenna. I may get a second set of radials. Adding one set doesn't do much to SWR. A bit higher on some bands and lower on others.
Both antenna wires are nice but I think I am liking the Super Antenna wire better than Chameleon. The kevlar Chameleon wire sheath seems a bit soft, so I don't dare drag it over an oak or pinetree. Hint, hint... Chameleon has cute plastic mounting rings.
I can't wait for part 2.
Are you running a bluetooth CAT for one side of your Digirig Mobile? That is on my short list to try.
That's a nice portable rig for the Ft-857. Looks like you have the Chameleon Tactical Delta antenna. Great activation from Blood Mountain, which is a fun hike. I'm using the Chameleon Emcomm II 60 ft wire antenna, which I love for it's abilities on 20m-40m-80m. I've only used it once in the field at Kennesaw Mountain Park but got good contacts from IN, NJ and TN with 30 watts. The APRS and messaging you're doing looks interesting. I just got the Winlink tnc so I want to setup APRS and digital for my FT-891. KI4SBU
Let's get it!
Great Job
Hello Yusuf. I am a new ham'er who enjoys a lot of outdoors stuff with the family (tent camping, RVing, hiking, road trips, etc). I got into the QRP side of Ham radio and been loving it. I saw your video and wanted to give you a shout out to say thanks for your expertise, energy, and contributions to the hobby! Also, I am so inspired by your portable set up. I am going to pick up a Chameleon Antenna this weekend. Stay safe, stay prepared, and keep rocking! 73 from Los Angeles!
Welcome aboard! Man I'm so Happy that you are Loving this hobby!!! I wish you much success!!!
Did You Get your antenna?
Setting up for field ops I found 5 and even 10 watts often can not reach WinLink/JS8Call/VARAC for emcomm. That made the FT857d a great choice for me (30 watts almost always works).
@Doug Bas on a Summit 5-10 watts works pretty good. That higher Elevation helps for sure.
@@yungerallenelectricalcontr6415 Not many summits in Michigan. We have to connect from valleys and 5-10 watts may not work (trust me I know😮💨).
Just bought this radio, and will be setting up a similar setup
Awesome man!
Great video. I have the FT-891 I’m putting Armoloq rails on. I need to find a bag I can put it in. I am also soon purchasing the FT-991a and will also put Armoloq rails on it. A true all band, all mode transceiver. Adding my digirig to that will make an amazing SHTF go pack.
Sounds great!
Great video. Just ordered the Digirig for my 857D. The TNC3 is sold out.
Make Sure you get Ferrite beads bro!!! For your usb Cables!! Your gonna need them to stabilize that CAT/SOUND card device!!
Yes. Great video! Terrific you were able to piece together a complete working station in such a small package. Your small package would also be great for RV installs. And yes, please list the gear you cobbled together so some of us can duplicate your good work. Thanks for sharing.
Today I'm Chasing POTA and Beginning on Filming!! Also check the Information Below the Video. I've included a few Links fot the Sound card, the Cage, and The TNC I believe.
Agree with the other commenter that a breakdown of your portable station would be great. Enthusiasm much appreciated!
I did a part 2!
Great job Yusef!
Thanks so much!!
Alliance BJJ for the win! great video man! I like your setup.
Glad you liked it!
Jiu-jitsu is Life !!
Great job my man! I need to up my APRS game when I get to a more populated area.
It's so capable.
Also it's a cheap Wireless Solution. The Graphical interface on your phone makes it super User Friendly.
Awesome video bro. New subscriber.
Bell mountain Georgia would be a fun spot, great video thanks for sharing! KC4HGS 73
Thanks for watching!
Great video de W2CSI
Subscribed! Hoping to see more "in the wild" usage. 👍
That's the Best Way I operate and Use My equipment!!
I wear and tear lots of gear!! But It's worth it!! I get outside!!
Yo this is fire. I'm working on a similar rig now around ft891 but the mobilinkd has been sold out for months. But digirig just came in the mail.
Gotta find those TNCS used!
very good video
Glad to be the first in the log de WC4Y
Thank you so much for being there for me!
My brother, I am literally sitting on a build almost identical to yours using the aluminum erector set style kits you can find on eBay.
My setup has two forward facing SO-239 bulkhead connectors one for VHF/UHF, the other HF. On the HF side it goes through auto tuner.
I became a little lost in the weeds when I was thinking about longevity/purpose/weight and set it aside. I've been getting back into hiking just before the end of the season and this project of mine kept crossing my mind.
Here I am tonight stumbling on your video and loving the setup. Down to the Mobilinkd APRS. Almost identical to mine just... Much more refined.
I think I have a better idea of what I really want to do now, thank you.
Wonderful! Great minds think alike!!!!
Thanks
No problem
I have this radio and I want all of these items!
Nice pack. Great video.
I think I met you in HRO(Atlanta) a few weeks ago, we discussed the T500, G90, 818ND. I also have an 857D mounted in my Nissan Frontier.
Helz Yea Man! It was great Meeting you!! What Radio Did you Eventually get?
@@metroatlantahamradio334 not yet. After I watched your video I think I'm going to use my 857D like you, but maybe a Portable Zero kit.
Great meeting you as well.
Fantastic
Great pack, now you got me online looking for and 857D
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
I wanted to show you the rig I was using to talk to you on VARA AC !!
Wow that is so cool!!
Been itching to get an FT-857 and trying to practice some self restraint... and you're not helping. HA! Great video! 👍👍
Dooooo It!!!!!
Dooooit!!
Nice video
Nice video and radio - I need to get one of these. Music is a bit distracting though. 73
Very cool
Great video! I built an almost identical pack a while back, got the idea from TheTechPrepper. I like the idea of keeping a TNC on it like you have, might have to throw my TNC3 on it. DigiRig is on my list to get! 73 man, enjoy!
That's a great idea! 73 !!
I got the idea from TechPrepper also. Now I support his channel in appreciation.
It's the coolness of HAM Radio. i like this video
Awesome video. Can you post what those antennas are?
Awesome!!!!
Nice setup
Thanks!
Wow nice rig looks and sounds great. 73
nice video YBSQX from central kalimantan indonesia 73
Thank you for taking your time! Please Share and Subscribe!
Great video Dawayne. The 857 is getting difficult to find nowadays.
I love those All mode Multi Band Radios!! I just picked up a ic706!!
I had to have this one when. I 1st got my General. It makes too much sense to me..
Woahhh
Very inspiring,Thankyou for posting-what size battery do you use ?
6Ah Bioeno
Nice!❤
Glad you like it!
Hi and awsome vid. Thx for taking the time. Question? What antenna is that exactly? Thx
It's an abree Dual Band Tactical Flexible whip.
thx again
@@metroatlantahamradio334
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
You did a fantastic Job. No shit...💯👍👍👍 73 de YFUG from southwest Germany 🍻🙋♂
Yoooo!! Thank you so much! Your Comments and Enthusiasm is very much appreciated!!! 73!!! DE K4KHO YOU made my Day Better!
@@metroatlantahamradio334 You welcome, happy weekend into GA-State 💯🍻🙋♂
Thank you for the video and information. I would like some more information about this. The music makes it harder to hear and understand what you are saying. My tablet doesn't have the best audio? Sometimes your voice was low. Can you give information on how to put that all together
Check out the latest version! posted today
Great radio 73 from kb2uew
73 man!
Very cool Setup sir!! 73 de OE3SZE
Nice setup about time for that 1 year review copy?
working on something now!
Awesome , can you tell us or show us how the Digirig is hooked to the TNC3 ? Also weight?
Approximately 10lbs with Battery and Protective Frame.
Also the Digirig has Yaesu Mini Din connections to 3.5mm jacks that connects to the sound card. The TNC3 has the same type. The Digirig uses both rear data and Cat connections at the rear of the Unit.
Hello. What battery are you using? Love your videos! Thanks
6ah Bioeno!