The ldg z817 is as old as the ft 817 design wise but i like it and i like that it has room for modifications. Yaesu radios are among the best, and ldg makes several dedicated tuner for several models, but that leaves a big chunk of the newer yaesu product line with no dedicated tuner. Yaesu ft817 ft 817 ft817 service manual and specs yaesu ft 817nd ft 817 nd ft817nd service manual and specs. The ats have a two position antennna switch, so you can attach a balun to one output and feed your open wire loop and still have a position left for a future antenna. Usa version plus the 6 m, 2 m, and 70 cm bands, the ft 817nd. The ldg z 817 is an automatic tuner intended for use with the yaesu ft 817 d qrp transceiver. Z 817 operations manual manual rev a page 1 ldg z 817 20watt automatic tuner with ft 817 integration ldg electronics 1445 parran road st. Just key the radio and the tuner will analyze the rf, swr and the frequency to find an optimal match between your antenna and radio. In part 1, we discuss installation and usage of the z817 tuner with the yaesu ft817 qrp radio. Z817h operations manual manual rev a page 1 ldg z817h 75watt automatic tuner for yaesu ft 817 and other qrp radios with amplifiers ldg electronics 1445 parran road st. View and download ldg it100 operation manual online. Ldg electronics z817 automatic antenna tuners z817 free. To use or not to use an ldg electronics z817 autotuner with my yaesu ft 817nd.
Includes everything you see in the pictures plus the users manual for both the radio and the tuner. Second hand ldg z817 automatic tuner radioworld uk. Z11proii operations manual manual rev a page 1 ldg z11proii 100watt automatic tuner ldg electronics. View online or download ldg z817h operation manual. The z 817 interfaces to the cat port acc on the back of the ft 817 818 radio with the provided cable. A little history my tuner came with my used ft 817nd. I purchased the 914 to allow my auto tuner array ft 450d, ldg z 817, ldg z100 plus to tune. Ft 891 operating manual 3 introduction the ft 891 is a rugged, innovative multiband, multimode mobileportable transceiver for the amateur radio mfhf50 mhz bands. I use my 817 tuner for all of my qrp antennas, most of which are being fed at least at the radio end with rg174u micro coax. The z817 interfaces to the cat port acc on the back of the ft817 radio. Being an old timer who was away from ham radio for over 20 years i was leery of auto tuners. Ldg pioneered the automatic, widerange switchedl tuner in 1995. The tune button on the tuner is used to control the radio.
Different models handle rf power levels from 100 to watts. We had 2 of this item in stock at the time of the last update. Attaching the ldg z817 tuner to the yaesu ft817 youtube. The z 817 is ft 817 818 qrp transceiver ultimate autotuner for qrp radios including the yaesu ft 817 d. A simple method i use to attach the ldg z817 tuner to the yaesu ft 817. The yaesu ft817 is one of the smallest mfhfvhfuhf multimode generalcoverage. You will select the appropriate antenna from the pc control software see operating instructions. The z11 is a simple, elegant, and rocksolid piece of engineering. Programming software for yaesu ft 817nd ft 817 nd ft817nd. An included catpower cable interfaces with your ft 847 transceiver. Z 817 tuners interface to the cat port acc on the back of the ft 817 or ft 818 radio with the provided cable. Ft 857d operating manual 1 introduction the ft 857d is a rugged, innovative multiband, multimode mobileportable transceiver for the amateur radio mfhfvhfuhf bands.
Of course, most ldg tuners will work just fine with yaesu radios, but it sure would be nice to have it integrated to the radio. Ft 897 operating manual page 1 the ft 897 is a rugged, innovative multiband, multimode portable transceiver for the amateur radio mfhf vhfuhf bands. From its laboratories in maryland, ldg continues to create and develop innovative automatic tuners and related products for every amateur need. Ldg brandspecific tuners ldg brandspecific tuners work with select radios or. The ldg z817h is an automatic antenna tuner designed specifically for owners of the yaesu ft 817 who also use a power amplifier like the tokyo hi power. Ldg electronics z817 automatic antenna tuners z817. This tuner will also work with other amplifiers and other qrp rigs. Congratulations on selecting the at897plus automatic tuner for the yaesu ft 897. The z817h interfaces to the cat port acc on the back of the ft 817 radio with the provided cable. The yaesu ft 817 cannot provide enough dc current to power the z100. The yaesu ft 817 cannot provide enough dc current to power the at100pro. View and download ldg z817h operation manual online. Pdf service manual with schematics for yaesu ft817 ft 817 ft817. The pccontrolled at200pc provides fully automatic, any mode antenna tuning across the entire hf range plus 6 meters at power.
The z 817 is the ultimate autotuner for qrp radios including the yaesu ft 817 d. In part 1, we discuss installation and usage of the z 817 tuner with the yaesu ft 817 qrp radio. I am also including a seal battery 7ah for when the other batteries arent enough. Providing coverage of the 160 6 meter bands, the ft 891 includes operation on the ssb, cw, am and fm modes, yielding the most. We have 1 ldg z817h manual available for free pdf download. Ive been using the tuner with my ft 817 for over 6 months where it has performed flawlessly. Buy the ldg tuner, but buy the at100pro or at200pro you get an antenna switch, full manual control and it will work with any other radio you buy in the future. I am building a man portable all mode rig and i considered getting a t1. Pressing this key momentarily changes the display to show the operating. Z817 ldg electronics z817 qrp auto tuner with ft817 interface. It appears that ldg cant get the tuner to talk to the radio. When using an ft 817 the ldg interface must never be used to power any ldg tuner, including the at100pro. Antenna tuners ldg tuners page 1 main trading company. View and download ldg z100plus operation manual online.
Ldg desktop tuners are perfect for your home shack, but can also be used portable or mobile if the need arises. Onetouch tune ott is a custom addon accessory for the yaesu ft 817, ft 857, and ft897. Shop dx engineering for a huge array of ldg electronics products, including desktop tuners, baluns, meters, switches. Ldg yt847 automatic antenna tuning unit radioworld uk. The ldg z 817 is the ultimate autotuner for qrp radios including the yaesu ft 817 817nd818nd. To use or not to use an ldg electronics z817 autotuner. Programming software for yaesu ft817nd ft 817 nd ft817nd. The ott solves the tedious and annoying tuning process that presently needs to be used to produce a carrier for tuning an antenna tuner. If you have some stuff that not is listed here you can donate this by contact mods.
Sold yaesu ft817nd, ldg z817h, and extras qrz forums. Now what i hope you came here for is an explanation of what and why i am modifying my tuner. The ldg z817 is an automatic tuner intended for use with the yaesu ft817818 qrp transceiver. Yaesu ft 817 transciever ldg z 817 tuner equipment used to make this video. Ldg z 817 20watt automatic tuner with ft 817 integration ldg electronics 1445 parran road st. Providing coverage of the 16010 meter bands include the 60 m band. An included catpower cable interfaces with your ft 817 818. Page 1 at897plus operations manual manual rev b at897plus automatic tuner for yaesu ft 897d ldg electronics 1445 parran road st. Ldg z817 atu qrp automatic antenna tuner for ft817 for. Yesterday, i packed up the radio and the tuner and accidentally damaged some of the switches on the front of the unit. Ldg yt100 automatic tuner for yaesu ft100 and ft857897. The z 817 is the ultimate autotuner for qrp radios including the yaesu ft 817 d and the ft 818.
Of course, the z 817 will also function as a generalpurpose qrp antenna tuner with other radios. Optional interface cables for generic tuners for many radios allow a higher level of integration. In this page you find schematic, users and instructions manuals, service manuals, technical supplement, leaf leads and other good stuff. Grounding your tuner will enhance its performance and safety. The ldg z 817 is the ultimate autotuner for qrp radios including the yaesu ft 817 d. Pdf user manual for yaesu ft 817nd ft 817 nd ft817nd.
Congratulations on selecting the yt100 100watt automatic tuner for the yaesu ft 100, ft 857. Ldg electronics z 817 automatic antenna tuners are the ultimate autotuners for qrp radios, including the yaesu ft 817and ft 818nd. Yaesu ft817nd ft 817 nd ft817nd user and service manual. I use the tuner with the ft 817 and the mxp50m amp and i am very happy. Ldg z817 20watt automatic tuner with ft817 integration. Congratulations on selecting the ldg at200pc tuner. Ldg generic tuners ldg generic tuners work with any radio within their rf power range. It interfaces with the transceiver through its cat port, providing full control of the tuning cycle. Recently received the yt1200 for use with my ftdx1200 and it does not work.
The z 817 interfaces to the cat port acc on the back of the ft 817 radio with the provided cable. Ldg z817h manuals manuals and user guides for ldg z817h. The following circuit description is an extract from the service manual. It is used both for frequency tuning as well as menu setting in the transceiver.
It interfaces with the transceiver through its cat port. The ldg yt847 auto tuner is a must have accessory for your ft 847. Of course, the z 817 will also function as a general purpose antenna tuner with other qrp radios. You only have to pay attention, that the amp is switched off during the tuning procedure. Yt100 operations manual manual rev d page 1 ldg yt100 automatic tuner for yaesu ft 100 and ft 857897 transceivers ldg electronics 1445 parran road st. For yaesu ft 857 and ft 897, use the optional yacc cable and plug the red end marked. The yott interface must never be used to power any ldg tuner, including the z100, from an ft 817. Leonard, maryland, ldg continues to define the state of the art in this field with innovative automatic tuners and related products for every amateur need. Tried to call ldg and all i get is a message to email them and then they hang up.
The z817 is the ultimate autotuner for qrp radios including the yaesu ft817d. An included catpower cable interfaces with your ft 817 d. Discussion in ham radio gear for sale started by k8ina, jul 18. A call to ldg support went something like this paraphrased. Ldg s generic tuners work with almost any transceiver or transmitter. Ft 817nd operating manual 1 the ft 817nd is a compact, innovative multiband, multimode portable transceiver for the amateur radio mfhfvhfuhf bands. This makes it an integrated tuner powered by the interface. Congratulations on selecting the ldg electronics atproii watt automatic tuner. Ldg electronics yt450 desktop tuner for ft450 and ft950. A hands on look at the ldg z817 autotuner with a qrp contact at foymount ontario.
Buy ldg electronics yt100 automatic antenna tuner 1. Ldg z817, ldg z817h automatic antenna tuner, ldg z817. Ldg recommends that you connect your tuner to a suitable ground. You can connect the control cable to the z100, but the z100 must be powered. The z817h interfaces to the cat port acc on the back of the ft 817. After operating portable qrp with my ft 817d wo a tuner i decided to try the ldg z 817 tuner. The ott may be used alone with the radio, or it can be used in conjunction with most ldg. Feb 24, 2017 a simple method i use to attach the ldg z817 tuner to the yaesu ft 817. Dec 07, 2015 now what i hope you came here for is an explanation of what and why i am modifying my tuner.
Ldg electronics yt100 tuner supplemental video manual. The yaesu ft817 is one of the smallest mfhfvhfuhf multimode general coverage. The rt11 is a fullfeatured remote automatic antenna tuner designed for the hf and 6 meter ham bands 1. The ldg z 817 is an automatic tuner intended for use with the yaesu ft 817 818 qrp transceiver.
When using an ft817 the ldg interface must never be used to power any ldg. Providing coverage of the 16010 meter bands plus the 6 m, 2 m, and 70 cm bands, the ft 897 includes operation on the ssb, cw, am, fm, and digital modes, yielding the most comprehensive. I do this all the time with ft 857d and a 100watt ldg tuner a good distance from the radio. Jun 06, 2011 yaesu 817nd with ldg z817 tuner thats not working correctly.
Usa version plus the 6 m, 2 m, and 70 cm bands, the ft 817nd includes operation on the ssb, cw, am, fm, and digital modes, yielding the most com. How to install and use a z817h tuner with the ft817 radio. Yaesu radios are among the best, and ldg makes a dedicated bolton tuner for the ft 897, but that leaves a big chunk of the yaesu product line with no dedicated tuner. Electronics free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Z817 ldg electronics z817 qrp auto tuner with ft817. Usa version plus the 6 m, 2 m, and 70 cm bands, the ft.
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