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Re: Keep FT-60 on Standby ?

 

I am sorry - I ?meant no disrespect .

>> ,,,?"It is not good for the battery to operate the radio, and be charging at the same time."

The only thing that having the FT-60 on while charging is that is will take longer for the battery to charge.?

And it has nevre been advised to TX while charging: If you do with a low battery, you might get out, but our chargers lack sufficient amperage to TX, plus they are not filtered, resulting in a nasty AC hum on your signal.

But leaving ON to monitor while charging cannot harm the radio,

Clint
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Re: Programming from FT-7800 to FT-60

James Craft
 

You have to export the FT-7800 data as tab delimited, then import it to the FT-60 programmer. The software should organize the file when imported. The reason for this is that the FT-60 has different features than the 7800 (hyper memories, etc.) and some things won't cross over without doing a proper export/import.


Jim, AD0AC
Re: Programming from FT-7800 to FT-60

 

I have a FT7900 and FT60, and the RT systems software for each. All I had to to was, literally, “copy and paste” from one into the other. Worked perfectly. Not sure why this is an issue, unless the FT7800 worked differently from the FT7900.
Re: Programming from FT-7800 to FT-60

 

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On 7/10/2016 7:05 AM, Hoyt7811@... [FT-60] wrote:
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Somehow I got to copy the data from the 7800 to a new file for the 60. ?Anyway, when I try to send it to the radio, I get the message that the data doesn't match the radio (?) ?Both rigs use the version ?4 programs from RT Systems, ?and I was under the impression it would work. ?Any ideas as to where I am going wrong?


RT Systems needs to hear this question loud and clear. I have the same combo of radios and RT Systems
software and hardware for both. I struggled with the same issue. I had the good fortune to see them
at a Pacificon and they showed me how to do what you ask. It isn't too complicated but also isn't
well explained or intuitive. I don't really remember all of the steps.

My bottom line response is really - take this question to RT Systems - they do respond to questions.
While chirp may work, it is just different and will introduce more issues with data structure conversion
and "loss" in translating the data from one format to another.

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Terry

Thanks

Hoyt ?n2jdk

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Re: Programming from FT-7800 to FT-60

Joel
 

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Are you:

1.Saving the 7800 file in the software.

2. Connect the FT60 and download the radio template

3. Give that file a new name.

4. Import the 7800 data to this new file

5. Upload the file to the FT-60



On 07/10/2016 09:05 AM, Hoyt7811@... [FT-60] wrote:
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Somehow I got to copy the data from the 7800 to a new file for the 60. ?Anyway, when I try to send it to the radio, I get the message that the data doesn't match the radio (?) ?Both rigs use the version ?4 programs from RT Systems, ?and I was under the impression it would work. ?Any ideas as to where I am going wrong?

Thanks

Hoyt ?n2jdk

Bokeelia Fl.


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Re: Programming from FT-7800 to FT-60

 

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Try using CHIRP. Very easy to copy info from one radio to another.?

Jardy Dawson WA7JRD
Sent from the Death Star for Darth Vader's eyes only. Any other reception will be severely punished. ?

On Jul 10, 2016, at 07:05, Hoyt7811@... [FT-60] <FT-60@...> wrote:

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Somehow I got to copy the data from the 7800 to a new file for the 60. ?Anyway, when I try to send it to the radio, I get the message that the data doesn't match the radio (?) ?Both rigs use the version ?4 programs from RT Systems, ?and I was under the impression it would work. ?Any ideas as to where I am going wrong?

Thanks

Hoyt ?n2jdk

Bokeelia Fl.
Re: Programming from FT-7800 to FT-60

 

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The experts will correct me but I've found that the RT software likes to download from a particular 60 before it will recognize it for an upload.?

On Jul 10, 2016, at 7:05 AM, Hoyt7811@... [FT-60] <FT-60@...> wrote:

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Somehow I got to copy the data from the 7800 to a new file for the 60. ?Anyway, when I try to send it to the radio, I get the message that the data doesn't match the radio (?) ?Both rigs use the version ?4 programs from RT Systems, ?and I was under the impression it would work. ?Any ideas as to where I am going wrong?

Thanks

Hoyt ?n2jdk

Bokeelia Fl.
Programming from FT-7800 to FT-60

 

Somehow I got to copy the data from the 7800 to a new file for the 60. ?Anyway, when I try to send it to the radio, I get the message that the data doesn't match the radio (?) ?Both rigs use the version ?4 programs from RT Systems, ?and I was under the impression it would work. ?Any ideas as to where I am going wrong?

Thanks

Hoyt ?n2jdk

Bokeelia Fl.
Re: Keep FT-60 on Standby ?

 

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Hey Clint

You took one snippet of my message and dissected it out of context.

The moral of the story is what I said after the quoted part: "It is not good for the battery to operate the radio, and be charging at the same time."

Now do you agree or disagree with this part of my reply?

73

Wassim
WN6WJN
Re: cable for chirp

 

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I had similar problems when I first tried to use FT-60 Commander. The solution was to go on the transfer menu and select the Alternate Write Method.

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On Jun 29, 2016, at 17:38, eagle127@... [FT-60] <FT-60@...> wrote:

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I downloaded the FT-60 commander Software and I have the cable for the FT-60 radio but I get an error no matter what port I try using. I'm running windows 10 but I wouldn't think that would have any affect on it. Any suggestions or is their something I'm missing?
Re: cable for chirp

 

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If your cable shows to be a Prolific, roll your driver back to 3.2.0.0. You can find this at . Make sure you use the same USB port each time.?

Jardy Dawson WA7JRD
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On Jun 29, 2016, at 16:41, eagle127@... [FT-60] <FT-60@...> wrote:

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I downloaded the FT-60 commander Software and I have the cable for the FT-60 radio but I get an error no matter what port I try using. I'm running windows 10 but I wouldn't think that would have any affect on it. Any suggestions or is their something I'm missing?
Re: cable for chirp

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I downloaded the FT-60 commander Software and I have the cable for the FT-60 radio but I get an error no matter what port I try using. I'm running windows 10 but I wouldn't think that would have any affect on it. Any suggestions or is their something I'm missing?
Re: cable for chirp

 

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When I got the FT-60R, my first radio, someone told me about FT-60 Commander. I've been using that piece of software now for nearly 2 years. It works fine, but does have one oddity. Occasionally, it will switch comports for unknown reasons. The first time it happened, it took me a while to figure it out. It's done that one additional time since then, but it's an easy fix so, at most it's at minor irritation. The problem with peers to occur after Windows updates. Go figure.?

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On Jun 29, 2016, at 03:22, cappers1001@... [FT-60] <FT-60@...> wrote:

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Hi Chris,

I bought a cable from here .

I had a few issues initially, but that was more to do with Chirp than the cable

My FT60 is now programmed with plenty of local repeaters


Good luck


Dave

M0IKT

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Re: cable for chirp

 

Hi Chris,

I bought a cable from here .

I had a few issues initially, but that was more to do with Chirp than the cable

My FT60 is now programmed with plenty of local repeaters


Good luck


Dave

M0IKT

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Re: cable for chirp

 

Hi Chris,
?I was just looking at one of these on ebay.? I have one somewhere but looks to have been lost in my many moves... The one on ebay is most certainly a knock-off but you should be okay if you use the driver that comes with it and restrict Windows from trying to update it.
USD cost is 9.99 Irish Pound is 7.11? See if they will ship to you, if not, then I'm willing to help you out and get one to you.? You can look me up on and maybe we can schedule a contact also on HF or on the local IRLP repeaters.

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Best of luck to you!

73
John
N6ZP

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Re: cable for chirp

 

went ?on E bay and did a search for FT 60 ?cables and this is what I found. I have bought a number of cables from this seller and never had a problem?



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On Tue, Jun 28, 2016 at 8:57 AM, mi0jzz@... [FT-60] <FT-60@...> wrote:
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hi group am a newbie to the group and to the ft60

am looking for the cable to operate the chirp program

there quiet expensive here in the UK, does anyone

have one spare or is selling one and willing to post

to northern Ireland uk GI/MI.

I`ve seen in the files that you can make your own

but I have hands like feet when it comes to that kinda stuff hi hi


tnx in advance

chris............mi0jzz





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cable for chirp

[email protected]
 

hi group am a newbie to the group and to the ft60

am looking for the cable to operate the chirp program

there quiet expensive here in the UK, does anyone

have one spare or is selling one and willing to post

to northern Ireland uk GI/MI.

I`ve seen in the files that you can make your own

but I have hands like feet when it comes to that kinda stuff hi hi


tnx in advance

chris............mi0jzz
Re: New vs Old

 

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On Jun 25, 2016, at 22:15, I wrote:
I use eneloops at work for wireless mice and keyboards. Sounds like it’s worth taking both radios with the AA packs into work and trying them out. ?Buying three chargers with 4 batteries each would let me charge 12 at a time.

The eneloops in the FBA-25s worked in both the old radio and new one. However, the new radio is very tight with the eneloops and only tight with the alkalines. The old radio is comfortable with either. Given how well the radio is doing for us with the factory rechargeable and how little we use VHF/UHF, I think we’re just going to stick with the alkalines for backup. We have 38 left after filling the 2 battery trays.
Re: New vs Old

 

Poswerswerx/Maha 2500 and 2700 mAH AA NiMH cells fit perfectly in every FBA-25 I own - from 2004 to last month's models of FBA-25 packs.

Make sure you feel the "click as you press in the positive tip on each cell. I have yourcombination in a couple FBA-25 on FT-60R units - all is well.

Clint K6LCS
Re: New vs Old

 

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I use eneloops at work for wireless mice and keyboards. Sounds like it’s worth taking both radios with the AA packs into work and trying them out. ?Buying three chargers with 4 batteries each would let me charge 12 at a time.

On Jun 25, 2016, at 09:17, Jerry Stein stein525@... [FT-60] <FT-60@...> wrote:


I have the same problem (battery case can't be clipped to the radio)?with two battery cases using Eneloop batteries.

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On Jun 24, 2016, at 21:19, Joel?hiqual@...?[FT-60] <FT-60@...> wrote:

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Problem I have is the AA battery case for my New FT60 will not close when good?
hi cap AA's are in it - only alkalines - the NiMh are just a little too big. I have Powerex
2500 Mah cells.?

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On 06/24/2016 08:13 PM,?jtkeyz@...?[FT-60] wrote:
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I don't buy replacements for stock 1400mAh battery on my older FT-60 (circa 2007).? I have a AA case and use Eneloops religiously.? The only time the stock battery is used is while the Eneloops are charging.? The original 1400mAh?battery is starting to go low much?quicker now than it did when it was new.? So, I'll toss it soon and buy six more 2000mAhEneloops for the AA case.? Much more reliable, longer transmit life?and don't have to worry about overcharging with the wall wart.? I have two separate NiMh chargers that accommodate 4 cells each. In the long run, I find this more economical than buying a "quality" replacement for the original battery.
73
John
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