Just another shoutout to the Digirig (and also Denis the owner). My field rig of choice is the FT-891, and as everyone knows it is *capable of digital modes, but you need to add an external sound device. The Digirig was THE SOLUTION. From my cabin on vacation, I easily do Winlink, FT8, and PSK31 with my FT-891/Digirig combo. It's the only way to go. Welcome to the Digirig fan club!! 73, Tim KD9LAI
Great work Kevin. I love my digital setup with this. While I wish modern radios didn’t need this interface, this solution is by far the most convenient. “No brainer” like you said.
I use one with my TX-500. I love it. It works flawlessly. I use it for winlink, fldigi, JS8, VarAc, etc. all the software has no problem with it. I almost went with the IC-705 due to its built in USB sound card and cat control but with the DigiLink Mobile I have no regrets going with the TX-500.
I bought a Digirig recently to test Winlink with an HT over the new VHF gateway we are experimenting with. Works fine in testing with a Baofeng GT-5R and my Yaesu FT70D. I do a LOT of digital. Winlink, NBEMS with fldigi, FT8 and others on a regular basis as part of my ARES group using HF and VHF using other devices. The Digirig is so compact it will become part of my portable gear. Digital modes are a large part of our emcomm plan. Jack K5FIT
I use the DigiRig with my FT-891 and have been very happy with it and its simplicity to attach and use. The only downside with the FT-891 is that I have to use a separate USB cable for CAT Control. But it has made my POTA and other portable operations a lot more fun. When you are using a limited antenna on portable operations it has provided more Q’s in the log. The FT-891 has a good number of menu items to setup for Digital operations, but they are well documented on RUclips and other web sites. The DigiRig is compact and really is a nice add-on to my portable kit.
*@n5pa* your FT-891 USB/CAT Control problem has a solution with a "2-in-1 USB Splitter" as seen in this video _(if I understand you right)_ ruclips.net/video/x50tGsoase4/видео.html
Okay man, I'll buy one, stop yelling at me, no, no, don't hit me, I'll buy it, I'll buy it!!! All lame joking aside, well, you made this look pretty hard for me to screw up, so I am going to buy one of these! If this works, without me breaking it or getting electrocuted or impaled, I'll get back with you and let you know!
people say you could make your own cables. Yeah I could but they wouldn't be made as well as his cables are. They are really well made. I have one and will probably get a few more for my other radios. It is small and makes it nicer not carrying a big box with wires. I carry a tiny box with wires.
I a agree with you Mike, I just ordered another one for me KX2. So small and simple and Yes, those cables he sells are solid enough to withstand some portable abuse that I enjoy.
Hi Kevin - I am all set-up and using my Yaesu FT-710 "backyard portable" as you suggested. I have a 20AH battery and a whip antenna. I am in Oregon and have used 20M to contact hams in Florida and all across the Midwest. My next question for you: What is the best way to get started with digital? There are so many programs to choose from. What would be your advice for a beginner? Thanks again for all your help and advice. I truly appreciate it. Jim
Jim, keep it simple, and start with some of the FT8 video from Steve, kM9G @temporarilyoffline . Steve has really fantastic videos about getting your feet wet on digital. That is exactly how I got back into it.
Just I got my Digirig and I make a quick try with 891 it is not working for me. Audio level is too high on my FT8 progam. And radio is transmitting but I cant see any RF on my power meter.
Check out some of the tech support pages on the digirig web site and RUclips for the 891 setup. There is some initial experimenting to do. If I had an 891, I would try to help you. 73
General question for anyone who can answer. I am not a digital or a big computer guy. There are options when you order the digirig mobile. My use will be with an FT891, Vx6r and made some baofengs with a windows laptop. If I understand the description correctly, I would order the default Loguc Levels option... correct? Of course cables that match my radios. Thanks for any help.
Thank you for considering Digirig. You can use Digirig in default (logic levels) configuration with all three transceiver models you listed. You can also use it for programming Bafoeng HTs using Chirp software.
Would have appreciated to see it in use.........set-up, what is done with this, why should I care, how do I actually send email, etc. Digital is still a foreign use concept to me.
I should have a video about the setup in the near future. I only used the Mode called FT8 for testing. Personally I would never send email using digital modes, just not practical for me.
Stop it! Every HAM on the RUclips " I'm a Content Creator, I'm gonna get rich making half truth videos" is selling this same gadget like it's the second coming of christ. You can do the same digital modes with a $9 USB sound card from Amazon!
No you can't. One of the nice things about this is it can do cat control as well. So it can bring multiple cables into a computer down to one USB c. You can't do that with a cheap sound card
When was the last time you operated any digital mode on your Ham Radio ?
Last week, South Africa from northern Idaho with 45 watts via JS8call
Every day!
About an hour ago. Checked Winlink email via HF gateway.
Great info for those who use that mode, but sorry cw only here.
Just another shoutout to the Digirig (and also Denis the owner). My field rig of choice is the FT-891, and as everyone knows it is *capable of digital modes, but you need to add an external sound device. The Digirig was THE SOLUTION. From my cabin on vacation, I easily do Winlink, FT8, and PSK31 with my FT-891/Digirig combo. It's the only way to go. Welcome to the Digirig fan club!! 73, Tim KD9LAI
Great work Kevin. I love my digital setup with this. While I wish modern radios didn’t need this interface, this solution is by far the most convenient. “No brainer” like you said.
Thanks Eric
I use one with my TX-500. I love it. It works flawlessly. I use it for winlink, fldigi, JS8, VarAc, etc. all the software has no problem with it. I almost went with the IC-705 due to its built in USB sound card and cat control but with the DigiLink Mobile I have no regrets going with the TX-500.
I bought a Digirig recently to test Winlink with an HT over the new VHF gateway we are experimenting with. Works fine in testing with a Baofeng GT-5R and my Yaesu FT70D. I do a LOT of digital. Winlink, NBEMS with fldigi, FT8 and others on a regular basis as part of my ARES group using HF and VHF using other devices. The Digirig is so compact it will become part of my portable gear. Digital modes are a large part of our emcomm plan. Jack K5FIT
I use the DigiRig with my FT-891 and have been very happy with it and its simplicity to attach and use. The only downside with the FT-891 is that I have to use a separate USB cable for CAT Control. But it has made my POTA and other portable operations a lot more fun. When you are using a limited antenna on portable operations it has provided more Q’s in the log. The FT-891 has a good number of menu items to setup for Digital operations, but they are well documented on RUclips and other web sites. The DigiRig is compact and really is a nice add-on to my portable kit.
Don’t use a limited antenna.
In this comment, I am calling a limited antenna when compared to the 6 band multi-mono band beam at 92 feet. It is all in your reference point!
*@n5pa* your FT-891 USB/CAT Control problem has a solution with a "2-in-1 USB Splitter" as seen in this video _(if I understand you right)_ ruclips.net/video/x50tGsoase4/видео.html
Got one for my FT897D. Fab little box. FT8, VARac, VARA HF/Winlink....does fine. Had to put ferrite on cable to confuser.
Welcome to the madness my friend! Let's do this!
oh yes
I just purchased a set up for the yaesu line of radios, then found this video! Awesome job explaining! I have enjoyed your videos also. K7PEW
Okay man, I'll buy one, stop yelling at me, no, no, don't hit me, I'll buy it, I'll buy it!!! All lame joking aside, well, you made this look pretty hard for me to screw up, so I am going to buy one of these! If this works, without me breaking it or getting electrocuted or impaled, I'll get back with you and let you know!
people say you could make your own cables. Yeah I could but they wouldn't be made as well as his cables are. They are really well made. I have one and will probably get a few more for my other radios. It is small and makes it nicer not carrying a big box with wires. I carry a tiny box with wires.
I a agree with you Mike, I just ordered another one for me KX2. So small and simple and Yes, those cables he sells are solid enough to withstand some portable abuse that I enjoy.
Hi Kevin - I am all set-up and using my Yaesu FT-710 "backyard portable" as you suggested. I have a 20AH battery and a whip antenna. I am in Oregon and have used 20M to contact hams in Florida and all across the Midwest. My next question for you: What is the best way to get started with digital? There are so many programs to choose from. What would be your advice for a beginner? Thanks again for all your help and advice. I truly appreciate it. Jim
Jim, keep it simple, and start with some of the FT8 video from Steve, kM9G @temporarilyoffline . Steve has really fantastic videos about getting your feet wet on digital. That is exactly how I got back into it.
@@hamradiowithkevin Many thanks, Kevin. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate you.
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Just I got my Digirig and I make a quick try with 891 it is not working for me. Audio level is too high on my FT8 progam. And radio is transmitting but I cant see any RF on my power meter.
Check out some of the tech support pages on the digirig web site and RUclips for the 891 setup. There is some initial experimenting to do. If I had an 891, I would try to help you. 73
General question for anyone who can answer. I am not a digital or a big computer guy. There are options when you order the digirig mobile.
My use will be with an FT891, Vx6r and made some baofengs with a windows laptop. If I understand the description correctly, I would order the default Loguc Levels option... correct? Of course cables that match my radios. Thanks for any help.
Make sure you email Denis, he is a HUGE help at knowing what parts you will need to order. It is super easy.
Thank you for considering Digirig. You can use Digirig in default (logic levels) configuration with all three transceiver models you listed. You can also use it for programming Bafoeng HTs using Chirp software.
@@digirig thank you sir. Appreciate your company making digital easy for us non tech guys. 73 God bless
Would have appreciated to see it in use.........set-up, what is done with this, why should I care, how do I actually send email, etc. Digital is still a foreign use concept to me.
I should have a video about the setup in the near future. I only used the Mode called FT8 for testing.
Personally I would never send email using digital modes, just not practical for me.
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“No settings to make”. Lol
Stop it! Every HAM on the RUclips " I'm a Content Creator, I'm gonna get rich making half truth videos" is selling this same gadget like it's the second coming of christ.
You can do the same digital modes with a $9 USB sound card from Amazon!
No you can't. One of the nice things about this is it can do cat control as well.
So it can bring multiple cables into a computer down to one USB c. You can't do that with a cheap sound card