xtalradio@... wrote:
It seems Yaesu designed the FT-817 to be used
for VHF/UHF transceive in the over-the-shoulder
walking mode. Hence the BNC on the face pointing
upwards, compatible with VHF/UHF duckies.
There is no provision for mounting an efficient
HF whip antenna on the FT-817 directly.
So, those of us who desire to use it effectively
Big SNIP
Hi Bonnie, all,
As was just posted, I believe the top/frount bnc can be programed to be used
by any/all bands.
I know of a 6,15, and 40M base loaded telescoping antennas(duckys) that are
being made for the little 3 band HF HT, from Tokyo Hy-power. While they do
work, and at times supprisingly well, they do lend themselves to damage to
the radio and antenna, if you were to just go banging through the woods.
Anyone interested will have to import them directly from them, as I don't
think there is an importer at the moment. (I ordered mine direct)
You choose to write them:
Tokyo Hy-Power Labs, Inc
1-1 HATANAKA 3-CHROME.
NIIZA, SAITAMA 352
JAPAN
attention: International Trade Dept.
Dear Ms. Nakashima,
..and ask about prices for the antennas for the HT-75, I believe they can be
bought as a set or seperate.
To send a fax:
ATTEN:Ms. Nakashima,
at: 011 81 48 479-6949.
..ask about the price and brochure for the HT-750.
Hope that helps some.
James
