FT-70DR vs FT1DR

[@aquatone327]

Buying an FT70 for the purpose of using it to communicate through my FT3D as a Wires X PDN. Can't wait to get my hands on it!

[@marquezphotos]

I"m having problems accessing the memory banks I've created since doing the MARS/CAP MOD? Can someone help me?

[@JoeDauen]

Steve Frias When you do the mars mode it resets the unit. I've never done the mod myself but hopefully you backed it up before hand.. ke0mje 73

[@marquezphotos]

backed up? you mean in the yaesu software... yes.. prior to the MOD I was able to access the banks.. but now..just see the bank titles.. but can't dive into them so to speak .. to scan the channels i've saved in the banks.

[@JoeDauen]

Steve Frias Yeah you will have to go back into the software and reload what you backed up, then all should work fine..

[@marquezphotos]

JDauen KE0MJE thanks. I’ll try that. :)

[@soul.rebel1986]

Another great video! Thanks so much 😄 I envy the nice weather yall are having😏 Freezing up here in Minnesnowta❄

[@JoeDauen]

Thanks for watching! :) It was beautiful but unfortunately it was a tease, weather took a turn again but should be back nice within a week or two.. :) 73 to you and yours!

[@danieljenkins2704]

Hi. I own an FT1XDR. all of them have one large problem with the battery. If you use more than one battery swiping a dead battery with a charged one. The battery clips get week and the radio turns off if shaken. W8DEJ. Dan

[@JoeDauen]

Daniel Jenkins I've noticed mine getting weak, I've have also noticed if your running aprs and GPS it seems to drain the battery fast, within 4 to 5 hours. Appreciate your feedback! 73 ke0mje

[@ronlewis6394]

It appears to me that the FT-70D was geared to be more of a Digital HT. Not having GPS, vib.alert and other feathers makes it hard to do APRS and other task. Seems it was build with System Fusion and Wires-X in mind. Duel Band yes, but no duel scan makes it hard to work Satellites or operate on VHF/UHF bands together.

[@JoeDauen]

I definitely agree. I think they were looking for a cheaper ht but fell short in my opinion, being the ft1dr which is older could do so much more. Ke0mje 73

[@tangotracker5297]

Good video Joe! Thanks

[@WJ6FRadio]

Great video! I have both the ft-1 and FT-2. I like both radios. I thought i would sell the FT-1 once i bought the FT-2. However, couple years latter and I just can't part with the FT-1. I like th size of it and durability of it. Due to the touch screen on the FT-2 it is a bit more fragile. The FT-2, in my opinion is easier to program and navigate through the menu.

[@JoeDauen]

I recently purchased the ft2dr they had it on sale for a price that was hard to turn down! I also have no plans on selling any of the other models. The ft1dr has been such a solid radio for me along with the ft70 it's just a all around great line of HTs.. 73 ke0mje

[@WJ6FRadio]

@@JoeDauen I ended up picking up an FT-70 yesterday. I am impressed with how easy it is to program! I hope to have a video about it on my channel later this week. I do enjoy this line of radios. I run the FTM-400 in my car. I tried D-STAR but found it to be Dead STAR.

[@JoeDauen]

@@WJ6FRadio I really enjoy the ft70, not only is it easy to program but the speaker audio is very clean, clear and loud compared to say my ft1dr.. D-star is also dead star in my area but C4FM fusion is very popular! I look forward to checking out your video! Ke0mje 73

[@theend5304]

Ft70dr vs ft1dr = ft5dr!!!

[@rohnkd4hct260]

I have the FT-70D. Mine has a very hot receiver. Would like to try it with a better antenna.

[@JoeDauen]

Rohn Daughtry Here within a week or two I'm gonna be doing some field tests with the ft70 & ft1 using the Diamond srh77ca and the Diamond srhf40a to see which one performs better. Check back because we will be focusing on Antennas alot this season for HTs! 73 ke0mje

[@girolamopenso2392]

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[@GavinNZ]

Great review. Thanks.

[@JoeDauen]

Gavin Bennett Appreciate you watching.. 73

[@Jakelol1980]

May i ask a question. Can the FT2D do everything the VX-6R can do? Should i get the VX-6R or FT2D or any other of Yaesu's handheald HT's?

[@JoeDauen]

I'm not familiar with the VX-6R but I can tell you it can tx/rx on 1.25 and the ft2dr can only rx but the 6r does not offer c4fm digital fusion or aprs like the ft2dr does. So it really comes down to what your looking to do. I personally think the ft2dr offers way more options, including wires x functions but I enjoy that, you may not. Good Luck ke0mje 73

[@JoeDauen]

Now would be the time to buy, ham radio outlet is offering some amazing holiday deals. Ft2dr is only $294 right now!

[@JustLearning]

The VX-6R is an FM only radio. The FT2D has FM and C4FM .

[@theend5304]

Ft5dr no problem!

[@jessehicks1843]

What do you mean by 50 "channel" band scope?

[@JoeDauen]

Jesse Hicks While in VFO mode, the Band Scope Function is available that will graphically display the strength of the signals on up to ±50 channels, centered on the current main band. If you Google the ft1dr band scope there's alot of good information out there. ke0mje 73

[@digitalanaloguehamradio]

Great video. Will FT1d be able to switch from am/fm through its entire range when needed or is it fixed.

[@JoeDauen]

Appreciate it! I'll have to check that out today and get back with you, that's a good question.. 73

[@otisman1000]

Nice video :) You should do some videos doing QSO's on both radios. Plus how to use group mode on the ft70. :)

[@JoeDauen]

Hunter Micciche I can definitely do that, I was planning on doing a range test "simplex" on both radios here real soon anyways and can definitely show the group mode! 73 ke0mje

[@otisman1000]

Yeah! I wanna see how GM works on the ft-70.

[@iPhoneSpy]

Great video. Now that CHIRP software has been updated to work with the FT-70D can you possibly post a video showing connecting it to the program? (Also a video doing the 1.1 firmware update). Also, what cable are you using to connect the FT-70D? Thanks

[@JoeDauen]

Andy Gippetti Thanks, the ft70 just uses the standard usb cord which comes with it if you purchased it new... I really like chirp but when they first break a radio down, it's basicly a test run which can result in problems with the radio so normally I wait to see other reviews just to be safe.. When they first broke down the ft1dr it moved features around and caused the receive to lower but it was fixed within a month.. I'm going to be doing the firmware video and I can also do the software video as well, just a matter of getting a little free time.. Subscribed and I'll shoot you a message when I upload the video! 73 to you and yours.. ke0mje

[@iPhoneSpy]

Thanks for the reply. Is the FT-70D difficult to learn how to program (or use) for someone new to the hobby? Thank again.

[@JoeDauen]

Andy Gippetti No not at all, extremely easy to program by hand. I have a video of programming and wires x operations on here as well for the ft70

[@iPhoneSpy]

What exactly does WIRES do? I haven’t seen it on any other radios. Thanks

[@JoeDauen]

Andy Gippetti Wires X is pretty cool, it's a linking system for Yaesu fusion radios that will link all nodes and repeaters across the world through the internet. I run a HRI 200 node supplying my town with a way to connect.

[@bongotang]

I am using FT2DR, FT1XDR & 8DR, the FT1XD offers outstanding GPS that far stronger than it's brothers, thus I wonder the GPS of older model FT1D may not that weak and I am wondering to buy the silver color version because of the uniqueness of finishes. The 1XD works great I love it, would recommend it rather than FT70DR if it is still available. There is one common problem of the 2D 1D & 8D, that is the battery mounting design. The battery comes off very ease it is not safe to clip the radio to a belt. But the FT70D don't have this problem.

[@JoeDauen]

bongo tang The ft2dr is gonna be my next buy. I know the ft1xdr has that upgraded GPS and the reviews are outstanding on it, would you say the ft2dr comes close to the ft1xdr when it comes to gps?

[@bongotang]

In terms of GPS, 2D and 8D are similar. 1XD able to receive GPS at indoor (both my workplace and home) when it is close to a window but the 2D and 8D never. At outdoor surround by tall buildings, 1XD always response faster and sometimes stronger (means 2D receive nothing). I like APRS very much thus most of the time 1XD is in my bag even the 2D offers user-friendly touchscreen typing. In case someone like to listen with an earphone all the time like me during office hours, the 2D is a better choice because the volume adjustment not only easier but also more flexible. For example, the min volume of 1XD is "1", but the 2D can be "0.9" "0.8" or lower.

[@JoeDauen]

bongo tang Appreciate the information, I was thinking the 1xd was superior to the others! 73 ke0mje

[@bongotang]

Finally, I got the FT1D in SILVER colour, the GPS is stronger than FT2DR and VX8D, pretty close to the FT1XD.

[@JoeDauen]

bongo tang I've been using mine alot, more then the ft70 to be honest.. I mainly use the 70 to get into my wires x node. Congrats on finding the silver ft1dr 73 ke0mje

[@johnnyholmgren7517]

Is the battery good ? Some says it not last long :(

[@JoeDauen]

It's fair but I always complain about battery life. The ft1dr doesn't last long doing aprs but the ft70 depending how much your talking isn't bad. 73

[@icebalm]

I'm in the market for a better HT than my BF-F8HP, I've been looking at the FT-70DR, but I would have leaned more towards the FT-1D.

[@JoeDauen]

I also have a BF-F8HP which is a solid little radio, great for doing outdoor work. I will say the more I play with the ft1dr the more I like it but the ft70 is a great radio and I'm sure you will not regret it if you snag it up! Appreciate your comment 73 to you and yours... ke0mje

[@chuckp3739]

I own the FT-2dr and the receive audio is to low for my ears .I am looking into buying the ft-70 . I saw the 70 at Xenia/Dayton this year and the audio is much better on the 70 vs the ft2 . Thanks for the video . N4UED

[@JoeDauen]

Chuck Pridgen the ft70 has louder and cleaner audio then the ft1dr as well, older I get the louder I need it! :) ke0mje 73

[@andrewbaerm.d.3984]

I have two 60Rs. I want to get into. WIRES. Seems like I might be better off with 70dr. Opinion. W1RNY

[@JoeDauen]

I think you would like the 70 it's a solid radio with good clean loud audio, wires x compatible..

[@andrewbaerm.d.3984]

@@JoeDauen I have always had Icom. Got two 60Rs for FM sat work... And GMRS mod since wife is not a ham. Took me awhile to figure them out. Got the RT System which is great. What surprises me are all the problems people complain about the 2 and 3 DRs. 1xdr battery clip gets loose! I mean what is with Yeseau? It is just that I want to try WIRES. Next...what to put on the car!? I am a tech... need to get Gen. Then there is HF. Should I get a rig now with prop being what it is? 7300 vs 7100. The latter on sale for a little over 650 US.

[@JoeDauen]

@@andrewbaerm.d.3984 I would find out if someone is running either a wires x node and or repeater before investing money into a radio. I went with the icom 7300 and it's been a great radio, no regrets on it at all. The real time sdr makes it so easy to find conversations. I was leaning towards the 991A but glad I went the other way..

[@andrewbaerm.d.3984]

@@JoeDauen Thanks, I live in the DC area. Also, thought I could use Zumspot

[@w8aberadio653]

I just ordered a used ft1 dr I had the ft3d but didn't like it

[@вечная_мерзлота]

I had ft2dr and ft1dr. Ft2 didn't make a stay fot me. In digital reception ft2 has a LOUD high pitched sound that i couldn't stand and an outdated touch screen. They should discontinue ft2 not ft1. Ft1 is winner 4 me.

[@JoeDauen]

Vital Ral I agree, because it pretty much has the same features minus the touch screen and volume knob. I dont understand why they discontinued it. Great radio! Ke0mje 73

[@danielgarciatroche5114]

When I got my FT1D I paid around $340.00. I love the radio but the battery drains fast. Also came with the data cable.

[@JoeDauen]

I would definitely agree, both the ft1dr and the new ft70 battery life is extremely poor. I'm going to be purchasing the ft2dr, I'm hoping the battery life on it will be improved. Appreciate you stopping by! 73 to you and yours.

[@Goyotero1000]

FT1-XD has poor performance in high RF locations.

[@JoeDauen]

I haven't encountered to many problems myself. I don't have the ft1xdr which is basically the same as the ft1dr outside of a higher quality GPS chip, but I only travel once a year with it for vacations so I couldn't speak on areas that may have a high RF problem. We appreciate you coming on and sharing your opinion. 73 to you and yours! Ke0mje

[@Goyotero1000]

@@JoeDauen Covers 504 kHz - 999.900 MHz (A Band), 108 MHz - 580 MHz (B Band) with such a wide range, the trade off is strong adjacent frequencies overload the receiver.

[@JoeDauen]

I would definitely agree with that.

[@JamesHannibalKH2SR]

I wish they still made the FT1D...

[@JoeDauen]

Personally I think they stopped production of it to push the ft2dr which is a overpriced version of the ft1dr. 73

[@JamesHannibalKH2SR]

JDauen KE0MJE I agree.

[@Radiomate]

I bet the discontinued the FT1D because no-one was buying the FT2D so they had to make the 70 rubbish to get ppl to buy the ft2 lol :)

[@JoeDauen]

That would not surprise me at all, being the ft1dr is basically the same as the ft2dr outside of touch screen and a few other features at double the price! 73

[@gertjandembele6583]

Great review. Thanks.

[@JoeDauen]

I just picked the the ft2dr as well and will doing pros and cons of the whole HT fusion line.. 73 ke0mje