these modes to achieve maximum text speed. When using this program, as with most other digital modes programs, tuning is 072 DATA PORT SELECT = USB. before any text at the start of an over, and following the last text at the end . Any help would be greatly appreciated. Battery life on the Chromebook is . Again, I have not tested all of them, just what I found worked for me. Copyright 2008 Murray Greenman, ZL1BPU. Are the setup instructions inconsistent about which port is the enhanced port? All I need is 9600bps GMSK on 2m FM. On the radio, I run it at 20watts, mic gain at 50. Does this item contain inappropriate content? The drivers you are looking for are the: FT-991/ SCU-17 USB Driver (Virtual COM Port Driver) (3.74 MB). not transmitted) will be deleted. There are In There are two further controls in the bottom right corner of the program, to the In the Icom manual it states, "When operating in the SSB data mode, adjust the device's output level to be within the ALC zone." Icom 7300 7610 Digial Mode Power Output FT8 PSK31 Watch on For the full article see: Icom 7300/7610 Adjusting RF Power Digital Modes K0PIR, Apr 30, 2018 #1 locator and so on. Ive d/l the latest FLrig (1.3.53), using 4.1.17 version of FLDIGI. GitHub repository of great articles on the 991. Has has had this work both on wsjt-x and fldigi. the product you have subscribed to. With eHam.net Reviews subscriptions, you can receive all messages posted Just stop reading now. Are there different settings for the DXpedition Mode? Macros. The first time they showed up on the Device Manager COM LPT list as you haves shown, the next time they did not yet the install process stated they had been installed. I have a FT-991 that I just set up on FT8 with the newest version of WSJT-X. Now when the band is quiet the waterfall is almost clear, and now even more weak signals (especially those not audible through the speakers are being decoded! The FT-991 comes with a built in sound card. This will also pause transmission. I have since found there are multiple methods for getting WSJT-X and a 991a communicating but it was great to a have a working starting point. ^^^ What Bob, W9BU said And keep it in Upper Sideband (USB) regardless of frequency or band. If you have more than one sound card, use the menu Configure->Sound Card, I have the 991A and run N3FJP using the cat cable to log with the CP210x drivers. Download the FT-991/ SCU-17 USB Driver (Virtual COM Port Driver) and follow the directions to install them on your computer. I really appreciate your linking to a suitable USB cable as I was having issues just yesterday with the software disconnecting, and although I found another one that appears to work ok, Id rather get one thats in use by a fellow ham. Fldigi provides two QSO entry views, one for casual QSO logging and the second 4), and the next three buttons move the visible waterfall area in relation to 6. Redemption links and eBooks cannot be resold. Decoding of signals worked, but as soon as a transmission was started an error in sound input was reported. I would look at Digipan (very old but works well..) or for something more modern, FLDIGI. It wont decode with the volume down. filled in when the Call is updated, but can be modified later by the operator. Ive the setup for Winlink. WSJT-X SETTINGS: Opening the Settings dialog. What Data Modem are you using; SignalLink, RigBlaster, etc.? and shift, although the default values should be fine for normal operation. Full transmit and receive interfacing between your PC and transceiver to allow you to operate AFSK digital modes such as PSK31, FT8, JT9, JT65 and many more. Just wanted to let you know that a high quality cable should seriously be considered if you run into problems. necessary. The information in Fully isolated audio. However very little audio was coming into FLdigi water fall even with 15 on audio out and FLdigi set to 90 on the bottom control. Wondered if you have ever got the 991a working with DSDPlus for decoding DMR data? Murray Greenman ZL1BPU, published by the RSGB and also available from If the buffer only Hope to work you some day on the bands. I do see the audio driver shows up but no comports are showing. digital modes without switching programs, so you only have one program to Notice that at the right are two spare buttons you can set You should also know that while FLDigi covers a lot of modes, there are several that it doesn't - for example, ALE (MultiPSK does), FT8 ( a newer weak signal mode) and various forms of PACTOR (MultiPSK only handles PACTOR 1) Is there a way to mute audio on radio so I dont have to listen to it ? With a USB to RS-232 it should work if the rs232 adapter can decipher the port replication split of the standard/enhanced com port. That means that WSJT-x is setup. Im a brand new Ham and dont know anything. The DT Gain will only work in the Digital USB setting. You should learn how to make best use of the program by reading the Calvin, Step 2. [Secondary text is requirements and permissions relevant to your operating licence. by the program. In the era of urbanization, the space for installing antennas is gradually diminishing. One for CAT, the other for DATA. I recommend the Triplite USB 2.0 Hi-Speed A/B Cable with Ferrite Chokes (M/M), 3-ft. cable for the connection to the radio from the computer. Mode: NONE I never see any ALC action with the DT gain set to 0. automatically directed to this special window. Everything works great except the only input is from the mic? When I try that in MixW it wont let the CAT and PTT share the same port. waterfall may also show red bands. SET UP for the FT-991 using the internal sound card Click Test to begin polling your rig. Im able to decode but have no transmit audio. Without success. What could be? voice (and in some cases even Morse), through reduced bandwidth, improved What am I missing? measurements are usually accurate, if you have a very slow processor (under The WELL DONE THIS IS FIRST MANUAL FOR FT991A THAT WORKED !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! disconnected, listening to the sound of the signals coming from the signal-to-noise performance and reduced transmitter power requirement. David I am having the opposite issue. Audio set on codec and the test button turns red. We are limited in how we can operate on 60m, so what has to happen is to make the menu changes to allow for digital operation using USB. Glad you hear you are up and running! However changing the value to 9600 gives me no output. IZ2NZQ, Wahoo! A Tab press at that Plug in ft-991a Any ideas? You can also select them with a left-click of the He and you have done me a big favor. Does this item contain quality or formatting issues? Learn more. 73. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Doing FM on 144.500 I had to set FM mic to REAR. Use the menu Configure->Rig Control item to set how you will control the Turned out had bad, unshielded USB cable. What is ALC showing when transmitting there in those modes? JT65 and FT8 are capable of DX communication with weak signals. learn. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The Time Off field is It was 8 at 15m and 20 at 40m. . It's a bit complex to set up initially, but once it's up and running, it's top notch. 73. There are strong interactions between different signals arriving Please try again. It can be simple to setup but has expert level features if needed/wanted. collection of entry items which form the Log Data, and at the very top, a Im having trouble decoding messages running Windows 11. When using lower frequency tones, adjust the transmitter and audio level with Unfortunately, i cannot get the drivers to download from the yaesu site i get an error message that says there are no available drivers for your machine I am running Win 7 on a Dell desktop. I dont have this problem on SSB, only digital. Doesnt seem to be transmitting or not with very much power. The receiver decoding strategy of certain modems uses fewer As many radio amateurs know, the world of amateur radio data modes has been one of huge growth in recent years and has experienced fast-paced development. 73 ***. results, you should attempt to fill the log fields in the order in which they is not very important, provided you see blue noise. Use the menu Configure->UI, Restart tab, to set the aspect ratio of the 068 DATA HCUT FREQ = OFF Lee, KT4LS, has put together a setup guide for digital modes that includes screen shots. However if I then try use any of the digital modes when I click on TX Enable or TX it lights red for a second but then reverts to off. Then, everything worked great. ** We have been through the settings a dozen or more times. Very happy now that I have learned about this setting and have adjusted appropriately. screen.] It is generally not possible to distinguish between Operator and QTH names. Use these yellow marks to Enhanced GPS functionality - The FTM-400XDR includes an improved GPS receiver that reduces Time-To-First-Fix (TTF) and speeds up both telemetry and navigation functions. just got the 991a tried your settings and they work with wsjtx 1.7 You can temporarily monitor a different signal by right-clicking on it. get started. them Macros) and the label on each button, can be changed. The transmitter goes off when the text from this button/macro has been Any unsent text in the transmit buffer will be lost. I just bought a Yeasu 991a and found your page on how to get it all set up for digital. When I load it, the FLRIG comes up and initializes and shows it is connected to Com 4 (enhanced). I have been told that in Win 8 and W10, you do NOT have to install the drivers first, but I think it is good practice to install the drivers before connecting the radio. License GPLv2+: GNU GPL version 2 or later. represent the Function Keys F1 - F12. So, the FT-991 has a built in sound card. He asked me to see in the low left corner of the screen, the verticle red bar was way too high. Click on Test CAT. But setting 079 to 9600 yields no modulation. , Publisher Bonjour j ai un problme pas d audio codec uniquement un port com 5 merci. 3) Check you settings to see if you see both COM 4 and COM3/5 as the pair that show up when you connect the 991A. can recognise and tune in most modes for you. I edited the text for clarity. identify and tune in the signals received. In Contesting, General Ham, JT65, Technology, digital FT-991 JT65 signalink soud card west mountain radio Yaesu. Press Ctrl and T to start transmission if there is text ready in the transmit DT Gain: 6 *** IMPORTANT *** Fldigi includes all the popular modes, such as DominoEX, MFSK16, PSK31, the other tabs for now. top of the keyboard. You are using Data / so that is an appropriate setting. conventional drop-down Menu system, with entries for File, Op Mode, Configure, I want to thank you and congratulate you for your Web Site Information For example, at the beginning of an over, you might (As you described). As I cant get it to transmit, RF is not a problem at this stage. Allows you to open or save Macros (we won't get into that here), turn on/off The Function Keys are set up to provide these Hi Jim. Jai le lien sur ma page et les instructions sur la faon de le faire. Fldigi. You will need a definition for RigCat. Set WSJT-X sound card Input AND Output settings to USB Audio CODEC. software) in conjunction with a conventional HF SSB radio transceiver, and uses There are three modes, Waterfall, FFT and Try adjusting the passband tuning (if available). The program will I have a FT-991 and am using the internal sound card and have setup everything as you noted above in Winlink Winmor. Doug [email protected]. In addition, when you click on a DX spot from the main form, your rig will tune right to that frequency! JavaScript must be enabled in your browser to display the table of contents. Ive accidentally selected the normal PC microphone before and noted that it would decode through the room air if volume was turned up. Copyright 2009 Stelios Bounanos, M0GLD. buffer. Learn more. The Super-Wizards: Save BIG Utility Dollars! ASIN Yes, 99% sure it was a Windows 10 update. receive, you should deselect the option that starts new modems at the sweet I work with 10-50 Watts and played with the DT Gain. Jay, FT8 - In 2018 it is by far the most popular digital mode for award chasing and working DX. right-clicking, Fldigi will first decode all of its buffered audio at that I write to Yaesu and we will see if they have any solution for this problem. Modern Data Modes: A guide to using WSJT-X, JTDX, Fldigi, FT8, FT4, PSK, JS8, VarAC and other modes. Spot item in the menu Configure->Defaults->Misc tab unchecked. selecting Look up call from the popup menu. Ok, There are two cables going to the radio. Thanks Karlos! You need to download and install the Yaesu drivers. save the altered configuration for next time you start the program (otherwise The tripplite is shielded as well as having the cores on each end. Mine should arrive from Amazon tomorrow. The unit comes with a USB cable to connect to the computer and a data cable that plugs into . I have tried the Buxcom, the West Mountain Radio (The M8, yeah.. a while ago!) Before I forget how it all works, I thought it best to make some notes. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading Modern Data Modes: A guide to using WSJT-X, JTDX, Fldigi, FT8, FT4, PSK, JS8 . I am curious if you have make this work with Winlink/Winmor? adjusted to suit your sound card and receiver audio level. Greetings Charles! frequency (typically, the centre of the transceiver's passband). You might even hear the PC making some system beep noises as it realizes that it has been connected to an external USB device (the radio). I am having trouble with MT63. intermodulation level (IMD). transmit (see Online Documentation for details). SHOUTING! click on any of the items, a list of optional functions will appear. Ive followed the settings to use Rig Control, as the radio via a USB cable. I have never used MT63. I hope to work you on JT65 or maybe PSK31 some day. You might want to check these two links out for Echolink and the 991. https://www.manualslib.com/manual/873378/Yaesu-Ft-991.html?page=133. It is transmitted using special characters, and is Yup, CW ops have their own shorthand to keep actual words per minute (WPM) higher. As I stepped thru each detail, I did notice that you show the Yaesu setting 064 and 065 in KHz. frequency. If you are running V2.2.0 with the 991 upgrade to V2.2.1. If both frequency and mode appear, you are all set! FT8 or FT4 would not be my choice of a new included mode as they do not seem to be a conversational mode. Split mode with RIG means your radio will use both VFOs, one for TX on for RX and you will see your frequency change on the radio between each mode. At the top of the pane is a scale of frequency in Hz, which corresponds to the Im very suspicious about 079 because it suggests that I would not be able to communicate at 9600bps in FM by default. Anyone else using this configuration? Randall. multi-tabbed dialog. Thanks for the reply. And did you check this out - there's a beginners' guide, sonograms of the various modes, and more You should also know that while FLDigi covers a lot of modes, there are several that it doesn't - for example, ALE (MultiPSK does), FT8 ( a newer weak signal mode) and various forms of PACTOR (MultiPSK only handles PACTOR 1). You can check your current subscriptions and remove yourself from Hello everyone, and thanks for this forum. The DT setting or Digital Gain will change per band. The next button sets the scale zoom factor (visible display width, 1, 2 or Thanks for the link! The transmitter clicks on and the red light turns on. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! The actual setting A handy dialog pops up to allow this to be done. I Followed your instructions and it appears to be working, (I have never used this software before). zoomed using buttons in the Control group. This post is about setting up digital communications with the FT-991/991a, with only a USB cable. The easiest way to set-up the list is to edit the frequencies2.txt file found in the .fldigi directory. In this context, we are talking about modes used on the HF (high frequency) Then select Microphone from the menu on the left side. : exactly straddle the signal and then left-click on the centre of the signal. And hope it never does. high transmitter linearity, which is another reason to keep transmitter power sent. Adjust the transmitter output power using the TUNE button, top right, beyond the I still have the main problem with my FT-991A. Some of you might might be new to digital communications on the ham bands, so let me start from the beginning. on receive. Windows 10 with 12gb ram and i3 processor. It is great read on how to operate the WSJT-X software. operate on the single word. Sorry for my english. At the end of the over, all the transmitted text (and any as yet will also be selected for viewing in the logbook. Morse operation is slightly different. This is the main tuning facility. IMHO, will the USB 2.0 A/B Cable with Ferrite Chokes work on the 991A, I had a cable for a 991 and It wont work on the 991A. Hams who are running PSK31 or JT65 or FT8/4 or some other digital mode are using a computer connected to an audio interface that is then connected to the radio. Whats up with that? This box changes size when you enlarge the program window. The CW "shorthand" is actually CW prosigns: Seriously though, when trying to lock onto a (non CW) data mode signal, in what order are things done? . The Fldigi Interface Window Digital - External TNC Support The Digital Interface Setting Up the TNC in the Configurer Test Your External TNC Additional Macros for the External TNC Interface HAL DXP38 Setup Hardware Setup Software Setup in N1MM Logger Configuring a DXP-38 in one of the additional RX windows HAL ST-8000 Setup (not supported) (If you have a 991(A), your menu numbers will be slightly off, just go by the menu name). Thanks for the post. Now I need to configure it for RTTY and Packet. listening to the signal, and observing the appearance of the signal on the We offer a large range of interfaces to ensure maximum compatibility with modern and older PCs and digimode software. it immediately, even if nothing is ready to transmit. suit. However, lets take a step back. Ive tried to translate the information to my MixW setup and not having much luck. Barrett W0ASB, Hello Jason Press Pause or Break while in receive, and the program will switch to If not, you still have noise on the USB, perhaps a ground loop issue. Initially the instructions say that Serial Port #5 is the enhanced port. 064 OTHER DISP (SSB) = 1500 Hz The recommendation is to use Tripp Lite Model U023-006 USB 2.0 Gold X Cable A (Male)/B (Male) 6 ft with two molded chokes. If you do not install the driver first, NONE of this will work. (frequency difference) between transmit and receive frequencies. Amateurs who have found the bands quiet have turned to HF data on FT8 and PSK and finding lots of activity when using the weak signal modes offered by WSJT-X. Thank you very much for your help which allowed me to ready for ESPERIDES meteor scatter Study it carefully as you read The Third option works the best, and is the fastest solution. 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