The rig will be used primarily as a cross band repeater from my ht vx6r to a 2m repeater. Adms2h programming software for the yaesu ft 8900 the adms2h programmer is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc. The program runs on a standard pc that has an available com port for connection to the transceiver. Check boxes toggle features on or off, drop down menus list all selections and blank boxes for personalized entry add to the. Click here for more information and details about the program. Thanks to all who have contributed to this listing. About programming yaesu ft 8800r the resource is currently listed in in a single category. Rt systems makes commercial programming kits which include both software and a radiospecific cable. The com port may be a conventional serial port or one attached to a usb adapter.
Click for fullsize the finished adapter lead looks like this. Any reason why i should not get an ft 8900r and opt for a ft 8800r or kenwood tmv71a. Chirp programming software for your amateur radio maxton. Program jack is in the rear of radio no ext spkr jack. Very little 6m and 10m traffic is fm, mostly its ssb or rtty. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. Scannow for ar8000 scannow is a computer scanner control program for ar8000. Note that the diagram is looking towards the rear of the ft 7800r, and the rear of the plug, as if it were about to plug into the data socket. Check boxes toggle features on or off, drop down menus list all selections and blank boxes for personalized entry add to the ease of setting up your radio exactly like you want it. Used by radio amateurs around the world this software is able to drive both your rotator and radio to enable you to stay on the satellite as it passes. Yaesu vr120 programming software vr120 commander version 0. Yaesu adms2h programming software on cd with usb computer interface cable for ft 8900r by rt systems. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface.
Yaesu ft 100 ft 100d ft 817 ft 817nd ft 857 ft 857d ft 897 ft 897d. Usb yaesu programming cable ft100 ft857 ft817 ft857 ft. There are also a few non rigrelated references, see left below. Commander a free application that controls up to 3 icom, tentec, kenwood, yaesu, elecraft or flexradio transceivers, switching between them manually or automatically based on frequency, and displaying frequencydependent settings for devices like tuners and amplifiers. Buy rt systems yaesu adms2h programming software on cd with usb computer interface cable for ft 8900r. The main category is dual band vhf uhf mobile transceiver that is about yaesu dual band transceiver. Please contact us if you require a programming set for the yaesu ft 8900r mobile transceiver.
Introduction yaesu ft 8900r operating manual expanded edition courtesy of w5jck page 6 of 77 introduction the ft. Memory management software for yaesu ft8900r mobile. Describe your experience with the yaesu ft8900r and tell us why you give it the rating you did required. The ft2hradio programming software is designed to give. Advanced data management system usb kit with software and new usb cable version 4.
Yaesu ft 8900r 2950144430 mhz fm transceiver the ft 8900r is a ruggedlybuilt, high quality quad band fm transceiver providing 50 watts of power output on the 2950144 mhz amateur bands, and 35 watts on the 430 mhz band. Rt systems adms2h programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the yaesu ft8900. Ftb8900 is a memory management program for the ft8900r fm transceiver. Jul 04, 2015 two of the big names in radio programming are chirp and rt systems. When i looked at all the radio options, i saw it also programmed the three other radios that i also have, the kenwood tm281, yaesu 857, and ft 8900. Already having a list of local repeaters in chirp, the addition of a usb cable would allow me to coordinate the memory layout across multiple radios with ease. It supports a growing list of radios across several manufacturers and allows transferring of memory. In chirp, choose upload to radio under the radio menu 8. Yaesu ft 8900r operators manual ft 8900r operators manual. Already having a list of local repeaters in chirp, the addition of a usb cable would allow me to coordinate the memory layout across multiple. Rt systems adms7900 programming package for yaesu ft. This is a small utility i wrote to test the interface cables used to program yaesu and icom radios it will not work with cables for other radios. Cross band repeater operation ross the ft 8900r can be set up to operate as a fullfeatured crossband repeater via a simple menu procedure.
I also bought a hys tc8900 for our emergency operations center and would like to program it. Soft990 soft990 is a freeware designed for the transceiver yaesu ft 990. I bought the rt systems software for the yaesu ft 8900r, so i will use that for now, but i prefer chirp so that i can go program all of our radios of different types and include the same sets of frequencies. It works on windows and linux and macosx with a little work.
Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. Describe your experience with the yaesu ft 8900r and tell us why you give it the rating you did required. Don trynor, va3xft february 28, 2018 dmr, dual band. The ft8900r provides a wide variety of memory resources, including 799 regular memories, six home channels for favorite frequencies, five sets of bandedge memories, and six hyper memory memories, which store complete transceiver operating status, for maximum operating efficiency and convenience. Rt systems admsm100 programming software for yaesu ftm. View and download yaesu ft 8800 programming manual online. Other useful information would include your experience with similar products, infomation on a product that you would purchase instead of this one, and so on. This software provides memory management for the yaesu ft 8900r mobile transceiver. Chirp is free, open source software thats used with a thirdparty programming cable. Programming software for download for ft8900r for windows or mac hro discount price. Rt systems programming software for the yaesu ft8900 radio. Scan505 freeware scanner program for the kachina dsp505. I was playing around with it a bit, and noticed it comes with a usb cable, which plugs into a port in the back labeled data. This interface is compatible with the following yaesu.
High power output is featured with 50 watts on 10, 6 and 2 meters and 35 watts on 430 mhz. How i program the yaesu ft8900r quad band radio when i received my baofeng uv5r, i also received a programming cable so i downloaded the free chirp software for programming the ht. The ft8900r is a ruggedlybuilt, high quality quad band fm transceiver providing 50. If youre ready for the best in a dualband fm mobile transceiver, the ft 8800r is ready for you. Dual band fm transceiver the w5jck expanded version 77 pages transceiver yaesu ft 8900r operating manual. If the cable wont pass this test, then it definitely wont work with any of the commander software. Rt systems admsm100 programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the yaesu ftm100. Rt systems adms7900 programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the yaesu ft 7900. Ftdi usb programming cable yaesu ft8900 ft8900e ft. The ft 2hradio programming software is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc. Ftb8900 is a memory management program for the ft 8900r fm transceiver. Programming the ft 8800r via the front panel and microphone keypad is not extremely difficult.
Quick video on how to program your yaesu 8900 ham radio with chirp software. Buy yaesu adms2h programming software on cd with usb computer interface cable for ft8900r by rt systems. Page 1 yaesu ft8800 programing push the lower right knob to turn the radio on or off. Valley enterprises yaesu usb ftdi programming cable ft7800. The ft 8900r is a ruggedlybuilt, high quality quad band fm transceiver providing 50 watts of power output on the 2950144 mhz amateur bands, and 35 watts on the 430 mhz band.
Adms2h advanced data management system for yaesu ft 8900. Adms2h programming software only for the yaesu ft8900. Yaesu ft8900r operating manual expanded edition courtesy of w5jck page 6 of 77 introduction the ft. Is the software available through the manufacturer the same for both radios. Please contact me if you have any questions prior to bidding. Make sure main is on the desired side of the display. Unfortunately while operating mobile i am keying up multiple repeaters at the same time. Jan 21, 2014 note that the diagram is looking towards the rear of the ft 7800r, and the rear of the plug, as if it were about to plug into the data socket. It supports a growing list of radios across several.
This software below is for the kt8900 and jt6188 dual band transceivers if you have a btech uv2501 uv5001 this software is not compatible. Any memory channel with all its details can be sent to the radio with a simple keystroke. Yaesu ft8900r 50w quadband mobile amateur transceiver. Two of the big names in radio programming are chirp and rt systems. Memory management software for yaesu ft 8900r mobile transceiver.
I put in a lot of 10 meter repeaters that require pl to activate them. Setting up the ft8900r to communicate with repeaters. Hello everyone, i just purchased a brand new yaesu ftm3200dr 2m transceiver. Usb cables free delivery possible on eligible purchases. I found an ft 8900r at a very good price and used the adms2 software to program it. Dec, 2014 programming the ft 8800r via the front panel and microphone keypad is not extremely difficult. This is a collection of programming helps also known as cheat sheets for many common amateur radios. However, i scoured the internet searching for software which would allow me to connect to the radio through usb, and found nothing. This feature is useful for emergency portable work in a remote area, and for crossband linking. Oct 02, 2018 if i had the money and didnt already have the ft 8800, which is in a box id buy one right now to put on the shelf because its probably going to be discontinued before long. Making this adapter lead is literally a 5 minute job. Any memory channel with all its details can be sent to.
Vx6, vx7 using the commander range of software by jim mitchell, kc8unj. Read the current configuration from the radio for editing or start from scratch in a new file. Ftdi usb programming cable yaesu ft8900 ft8900e ft8900r ct. The cables for the radios both come with software and im wondering if i could use one application for both radios. The ft 7900r is ideal for the amateur who does not require crossband repeat as found on the ft 8800r and ft 8900r. How i program the yaesu ft8900r quad band radio buck mcdaniel. Yaesu adms2h programming software for download for ft8900r for. When i looked at all the radio options, i saw it also programmed the three other radios that i also have, the kenwood tm281, yaesu 857, and ft8900.
The ft 7900r has excellent receive range covering 108 to 520 and 700 to 990 mhz less cellular. Id like to get programming software for both radios. With the ft8800r and its optional ysk8900 separation kit, mounting your radio is a breeze even in the tightest locations. In chirp, click on the ok button to start transmitting. I have the rtsystems programing software for all my radios yaesu ft7800, 8800, 8900, ft857, and my kenwood thf6a best investment i have made yet for my. This link is listed in our web site directory since friday aug 19 2016, and till today programming yaesu ft 8800r has been followed for a total of 142 times. The adms2h programming system works with authentic versions of this radio worldwide including the ft 8900m, ft 8900r and ft 8900e. Free programming software that supports these radios models is called chirp from this cable uses. Ft 8900 quick reference card press means press momentarily. The yaesu ft 8900r quad bander gives you incredible power and flexibility on the road.
Windows based software for programming the memories and settings of the ft 8900. Windowsbased hf scanning, logging, swl, and radio control software from kc4zgl ham software. I purchased an ht, but its spotty on repeaters because of my distance. Mar 16, 2018 when i received my baofeng uv5r, i also received a programming cable so i downloaded the free chirp software for programming the ht. On the yaesu, press the low button to start receiving 9. Software there is plenty of suitable software available on the net, some being free and others paid for however i recommend using g4hfqs excellent range of software available from uk. Rps 8900r programming software radio option setting screens common use this screen to customize other set menu features of the radio. Chirp is a free crossplatform, crossradio programming tool. Yaesu ft 8900r vhfuhf 2950144430 mhz quad band, 50w max mobile transceiver with marscap modification for extended transmit frequency ranges.
The ft2hradio programming software is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc. We can supply you with all the necessary high quality interfaces and cables. Windows version requires microsoft windows 7 32 and 64bit, windows 88. The ft8900r is a ruggedlybuilt, high quality quad band fm transceiver providing 50 watts of power output on the 2950144 mhz amateur bands, and 35. Please note the ft 8800r is no longer in production, the suggested replacement is the ft 8900r. Imho those features look nice on a brochure but arent really practical. I have a yaesu ft 270r ht and a yaesu ft 1900r mobile. All required activation keys will be emailed to you within 24 hours. The programming software is a bit complicated to use and lacks help information. Radio comes with the vehicle mounting bracket, power cable, dtmf microphone, and rt systems programming software and programming cable. The ft 8900r has many of the same great features, but also includes a quadband transceiver.
Rt systems adms2h programming package for yaesu ft8900r. Quad band 2950144430 mhz vhfuhf full, ysk8900 separation kit included in box. When done, the yaesu beeps and returns to the clone mode and chirp will close the clone progress dialog box. How i program the yaesu ft8900r quad band radio buck. Everything else free delivery possible on eligible purchases. To change sides, momentarily push the top right or top left dial on the side you want to be main. Operate 10 meters, 6 meters, 2 meters and 70 centimeters. Radioworld now offer finance through our partners close brothers. Excellent reference texts and computer software are available for the design and optimiza. Add the item to your basket in the normal way and at checkout choose to make payment via finance. Chirp software for programming amateur radios chirp what is it. This listing is for a single usb serial programming cable compatible with yaesuvertexstandard twoway radios that support the ct29b pc interfaces using a 6pin minidin jack also known as the ps2 connector. May 25, 2011 chirp software for programming amateur radios chirp what is it. Hi all, a ham reported to me that they put their yaesu ft 8900r into cross band repeater mode, and turned the radio off without hitting the set key to put the program into memory.
Even yaesus own manuals have no information on how i. Upon restart, the radio is locked up, and no button or knob does anything. Rt systems adms2h programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the yaesu ft 8900. Spreadsheet layout with many point and click options. The ft 7900r well designed front panel provides simple, safe operation. The adms2h programming system works with authentic versions of this radio worldwide including the ft8900m, ft8900r and ft8900e. The ft8900 does add 6m and 10m but those arent really a substitute for your ft857 as they are fm only. You can now buy the individual brand tees in all 6 colours. You can try the program for 2 weeks to check that it works on your equipment. They already stopped making the ft 8800 a couple of years ago and the 7900 and 8900 came out at the same around the same time, about 15 years ago now. Guess i will have to go with just repeaters that also encode pl. Ft 8900r operating manual iscellaneous dcs c nversion. Frg100, ft450, ft817, ft847, ft857, ft897, ft920, ftmp mkv, vr5000 ftbcatsetup. The ft 8800r provides a wide variety of memory resources, including 512 regular memories on each band, five home channels for favorite frequencies, ten sets of bandedge memories on each band, and six hyper memories that store complete sets of transceiver operating status configuration.