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Go here to read about my impression of the FT817 during the CQWW CW Contest 2001. |
What a rig!
I guess I have the QRP-Virus for good now, since I bought this little toy. Increadible small and lightweight, yet stuffed with features and especially bands. Everything I need, is already included in this rig. The only thing I can complain about, is that the RX does break down during sunset on the lower bands, given it is connected to a fullsize dipol 15m above ground. Even on 20m there is quite a noise level. But it was meant to be a mobile rig, so that doesn't really count as a minus. I am in the process of installing a mobil-whip to a fire-ladder on the roof, (as a counterpoise) to see what effect that setup will have. Plus, that new antenna will add 12m and 17m availability to my QRP station.
The Yaesu FT-817 Click to enlarge