Yaesu FT5DR Ham Radio Handheld Unboxing | Yaesu System Fusion HT

[@boyesjeffrey]

Thanks for the review. I'm glad my friend sent that radio to you for a review. BTW, AA5RO is a repeater in our local area. Hope to see you in Galveston sometime!

[@theend5304]

I don't understand English, but I watch it for the hundredth time with pleasure!

[@user-NoamTsomsky]

If in the video (it has subtitles) you can put on automatic translation and choose your language from settings ...

[@iosonoi.7132]

Me too. Beautiful radio

[@rodsnitker]

Nice little radio. Thanks for the unboxing. Probably going on my list for purchasing sometime soon.

[@joeframo3347]

I like the fact that the new radio keypad lights up at night where the other one doesn't that's a plus

[@HamRadio2]

Agreed

[@K4TMO]

Would love to see some practical application and testing of the APRS capabilities.

[@joeframo3347]

Yeah Jason I agree with you when the touch screen I could take it or leave it like you said if you reach down to get the radio hit the touch screen it's going to go somewhere else so yeah man it's a good thing it's got a lock feature on it 👍

[@DARTHDANSAN]

Mine just came in today . Had to re watch this . THANKS

[@mikengeerockstarkaraokedj8474]

I like this radio. I own both the ft3 and ft5. Like any upgrade there are good things and some not so good things. The most current gripe I've been seeing is that the range on Bluetooth is about 3ft. On the 5 where it's about 25ft on the 3. That doesn't bother me but it did some people.

[@echo-hotel]

I haven’t tested the limits. But mine is at least 10-15ft

[@kc1jvd105]

wife just got me this for my birthday and its on its way so im here

[@HamRadio2]

Awesome

[@RichardDavies79]

10:00 the LED light on the FT3D lights up different colors depending on which band it is receiving on. I think the green light indicates top band, dark blue light indicates bottom band, and a light blue indicates receiving on both bands.

[@kevinlytle6215]

Just a note on IP ratings. The less than one meter is the deal. Remember the phone add with it in a glass of water? IPX7. If they don't specifically tell you the test method take it with a grain of salt hopefully without the water. It may be full one meter and at normal pressure which is great. The first number is dust/particulate ingress and the second is resistance to moisture. IP-6X is fine dust under some pressure like high winds. Your laptop is around IP 54 for example. Not all but decent ones.

[@BrekMartin]

When the case cracks up you can walk around just using the PCB! 😂

[@straightpride451]

Another great video little guy!!!

[@aeron-mw7ofs]

Greetings from Wales 👍👍

[@brucekempf4648]

My FT-3DR is dead on SW reception. Is the FT5D SW reception any better?

[@larrybragg7406]

I'd like to see how the audio sounds. I have the FT5D, however the audio on analog sounds flat and cheap, but the audio on digital is excellent. I'm not sure if I got a bad radio or not.

[@kellingc]

Good demonstration. Thank you for posting.

[@mwillson100]

hi. First time viewer. I just bought the FT5, I'm interested in two things: programming it for one as i struggled a bit today with that despite using some online help. Or maybe you could steer me in the right direction. And I'm also going to attempt to learn Fusion (first time doing digital--never really interested till now). I heard you say there's a little learning curve for you so love to have you walk us thru Fusion if you're interested... Thanks for your help. Looking forward to learning more from you. 73 Mark KR9K.

[@videolan]

I suspect that some of the enhancements that are obviously just in software will make it on to the Ft3D such as the short touch/long touch frequency/channel selection. If I didn't already have the FT3D, I would buy one but it's not worth the cost of uipgrading to me, even if I sold/traded in the FT3D. One day, something will come along that really excites me - maybe a new Kenwood portable to replace my D74!

[@nickc242]

I'm new to Amatuer Ham Radio and looking to energise and microwave my brain cells as I approach early retirement. 😀 I am starting to work towards self teaching myself the UK Foundation Licence (OFCOM, I believe the USA equiv is Tech Licence). I have a heavy IT background so getting my head around tech and studying won't be an issue. I have for many years owned an AOR 8200 and a Sony ICF-SW55 (with uprated caps) scanners and with my expanded free time was looking at the Yaesu FT-3DR but happy to fork out extra for the incredible Yaesu FT-5DR... with the myriad of chinese knock offs and clones being pushed out on Jungle Net and Genie Websites I'm going to support local reputable dealerships for protection and piece of mind. Any thoughts ? Yes pricey but thats what quality costs these days.

[@nickc242]

The backward and forward compatibility was a big factor in my decision.

[@nickc242]

Is the GPS on both models comparable in operation ? Just a thought given the more recessed GPS on the FT-5DR.

[@DarwinHorvath]

I just got my FT5D a few days ago, I put my callsign in and everything, then I tried to make a contact with a buddy on both 154.750 and 462.750 MHz and on some GMRS/FRS channels but every time I press the PTT button the radio beeps and says "TX Inhibit"on the screen an it does not transmit. I've looked online and I haven't found anything on this issue, or anything in the manual. I was hoping someone would have insight on this but I no reviews talk about it, it seems to work straight out of the box for most reviewers. 73s

[@stevegriffin9552]

Hi Jason I really like that Yaesu 5D. I was gonna ask you a question about the audio,but you did the audio test,when you was transmitting on the 5D and receiving on your 3D the audio sounded very tinny to me but when you was transmitting on your 3D and receiving on the 5D it sounded for me so much better audio. WD5ENH Steve

[@暮光之南-魔星6K版]

IPX7 actually means that it’s waterproof but not dust proof. IP67 means level 6 of dust proof and 7 of waterproof.

[@awesomedn]

You’re absolutely correct about this. First digit is about dust ingress protection, second digit is about water ingress protection. IPx7 provides the same level of water protection as ip67, but does not provide dust protection at all.

[@MrBracey1970]

Hi Jason,thanks for the great review, I’m torn between this and the new Anytone,I would like to see a comparison of the APRS on both radios compared to each other- cheers Simon 2E0HFO

[@christopherwalsh7700]

You are incorrect about the IPX7 rating. The 7 is the level of water resistance but the X or 6 in IP67 is a level of dust resistance. The X signifies that it is not rated for dust resistance. IP67 is better than IPX7

[@AtomicArcherGuy]

Isn’t that a moot point when your water ingress level rating is a 7 already? I mean, I’m getting one of these in a week or two depending on how the shipping goes, and I don’t really feel too worried about dunking it in a bucket of silty water any more than I would with a bucket of spring water. Do you think it’ll make any difference at all? I’m skeptical, let me know if there’s any reason to worry about that x vs 6 rating at a water ingress protection level of 7; Id like to know if there’s a real concern for brining this to a very dusty location (I’m in the Canadian army, I’m exposed to a lot of this environment).

[@twohandsandaradio]

Got a test for you. Just saw a one minute video that shows if you put a FM (broadcast) station in memory and the scan stops on that station you can't use the dial to turn off of that memory channel. That would suck since it has the ability to get some college football in between other stuff. His might be defective which is why I ask.

[@bolgersailingandwatersports]

Does anyone have a recommendation for a solid EDC radio. Im thinking of getting one of these. My main thing is that itd be rugged and waterproof with a decent battery. I was also looking at a Vx 6. I think the id52 is probably a bit too big?

[@bobbybeta3967]

Are frequencies locked on this device i.e. GMRS and other frequencies?

[@HamRadio2]

Locked to the Ham Band

[@millzee]

So if the MARS mod is done to it could you transmit on 220 making the radio a tribander?

[@HamRadio2]

No, not likely. MARS mod allows open transmit for the bands that already transmit, it doesn't allow TX on an RX only band

[@Psychedelic_Cowboy]

@@HamRadio2 what about gmrs?

[@HamRadio2]

Yes, likely it will TX on GMRS once it has been opened up.

[@Psychedelic_Cowboy]

@@HamRadio2 thank you for the answer

[@daveborchard2019]

The vast majority of reflectors, talk groups, and rooms, maybe 99%, are inactive most of the time. There are hundreds or thousands of the network nodes. With my OpenSpot4 Pro, I monitor RCF030/C, otherwise known as 30 Charlie because it is frequently mentioned on KZbin videos. Could you create a list of about 10 to 12 popular and active reflectors, talk groups, and rooms for D-Star, DMR, and YSF? This would make it easier for the newcomers to digital ham radio to start listening to active network nodes, rather than attempting to find nodes that are more popular and active.

[@hellohellohello-b1j]

The Boafeng PRO? Its new

[@ne8r]

I have a speaker icon with a red X - how do I change that setting?

[@KE8ODY-WV-Ares-Ham-Dad-3O4]

So man I'm having multiple issues I cannot seem trsnsmit when I try I grt a red light. Does thing automatically know my offset and tone on each repeater

[@2e0fjjvlogs32]

I would like to see a RANGE TET on the FT-5D please.

[@artur8403]

can it listen SSB in 80m and 40m external antenna? It supports frequency on A receiver but does it support sidebands?

[@artur8403]

No it doesn't

[@Rusted_Link]

How do to you turn off the annoying keypad beep?

[@bruceforster5993]

IF you remove the resister that opens the transmit, ill the FT-5 then TRANSMIT on the 220 Band?????

[@brianbrown4965]

reason for the 5d is 3d has bad problems with speaker and audio so they have supposed to has sorted it now . time will tell . ft3d production span is small for this reason . now not in production

[@rgjohnson3rd]

SO HOW DO YOU PROGRAM IT WITH A COMPUTER?

[@HamRadio2]

That was also mentioned in the video with John. Yaesu is releasing new software soon.

[@buell394]

😲 😱 Use a plastic pointer, good review 👍

[@marcjardell9270]

I like the video, but the screwdriver for a pointer was making me cringe. I get it; I'm wierd about my displays.

[@Rusted_Link]

That's a good audio test. Next time have a few HT's on different phreeks then use the same mic on a good radio like a Bwu-Fwang.

[@Silvertarian]

If a viewer sent it to you, he probably qualifies as a fan.

[@C4commander1]

Removed my diode it works as advertised

[@ffightermatt]

Can you elaborate on that for me? Sorry if its a stupid question to those in the know...

[@Rusted_Link]

Clips on the battery are that way. I've never bought a second, third or ... battery that didn't have it's own clip. Clip on battery pros: Clips onto the outside of you pack. Clips on the inside of your pack. Cons: There are no cons.

[@tommybarnett3840]

will the usb cable that came from radio will work with rt systems programmer?

[@johnjeffrey3660]

No. Just use the micro SD card.

[@aa3konthego]

Should I upgrade my FT1D to a FT5D?

[@HamRadio2]

Yes

[@williamstiefel3908]

Can you attach a U94 to it?

[@nelxonmiranda]

You reviewed something u you haven’t used?

[@HamRadio2]

the word "review" doesn't appear in the title of this video

[@africantwin173]

I miss the old keypad and a normal 3500mAh battery. I'm not into tft and €450 HT prices. I just got a Anytone DMR for under €200 incl accessories like mike desktop charger and BT. Yaesu and Icom must listen to there costumers, but they dont. I want a radio with buttons that runs all day. , not a tft screen with shitty battery.

[@HamRadio2]

The cost doesn't bother me. I do agree about the buttons though.

[@malanalan1]

We still don't know what was really in the box. Looks like you had hard time to keep the box open!

[@davegamel3779]

Looks like a great ht i was wondering how long the battery lasts ? And compared to ft2 with battery and ease of use with fusion nodes

[@HamRadio2]

I don't have an FT2 but it takes the same battery. Battery life is comparable to the FT3D

[@WQ9V]

Giga parts is giving one away now

[@paulspurlock599]

I just want to know if the APRS packet receiving issue is fixed from the FT3. Is anyone able to test that and tell us? That is what held me back from buying the FT3D

[@HamRadio2]

Which issue are you referring to? My FT3D receives APRS just fine.

[@paulspurlock599]

@@HamRadio2 The 2 issues I see are it being spotty on decoding received beacons/signals or poor reception in general. Also some weird bug where the radio gets stuck on transmit when using APRS.

[@HamRadio2]

I've never had any of those issues with my FT3D. Find out if the source of your info is just 1 guy with the issue, who claims it is "wide spread" or if it is actually a well-documented problem.

[@robertjanulik285]

Have this radio AIR 8,33kHz?

[@HamRadio2]

Nope

[@robertjanulik285]

@@HamRadio2 :(

[@12vibaba]

yes@@HamRadio2

[@johnszczepaniak8679]

does he sell that hat?

[@AliReza-zx8km]

Nice..................................

[@christophersmith1155]

PLEASE PUT IT ON THE WATT METER.

[@HamRadio2]

I may do that in the next video.

[@andrewgraham8561]

I am looking for a radio that has reliable and functional hands free Bluetooth capability for paragliding. Anyone have a radio who could comment on how well the Bluetooth works on the FT5DR?

[@daledervin3672]

This review, like every other except HRCC completely ignored the fact this radio has a scanning change unseen in any ham radio for at least 35 years. The FT5 was designed to scan like a dumb-downed EMCOMM or commercial radio, which IS NOT THE TARGET MARKET. Have fun cranking and cranking the tuning knob through your entire memory list to select one you want to call on.

[@MichaelRandazzophotoguy]

The people getting upset about the scanning feature puzzle me. Do you actually read the numbers as they fly by? Really it stops on the channel when it picks up a signal. Then you can look and see what channel you are on. Do you sit and stare at the radio while it's scanning?

[@HamRadio2]

Scanning is kinda a waste of time, which is why I rarely talk about it. Who cares?

[@daledervin3672]

@@HamRadio2 You must not be active on many repeaters. Scanning is NOT only for finding busy signals, it is a highly useful, fast way to get a radio to another repeater among a large memory list. Invariably over time, you meet people who hang out only on certain repeaters. Instead of waiting for a busy signal from them, maybe they are just hanging out monitoring, which means you need to call them. If you know your list, you get to know where a particular repeater memory is, and you can see it fly by and stop the scan and go back a few knob clicks or mic up or down button presses to it. With that in mind, I organize my memories from most-used to least-used. Mobiles do this for a reason as well. The FT5 WITHOUT that ability will make everyone either have to crank the knob through the whole list of memories or frequencies, or memorize "channel numbers" for direct entry. Think about how you use a mobile- do you crank the knob every time to another repeater, or do you let the radio do the work for you? It's ALWAYS faster to let the radio cycle- even if you have to go back a few to the memory or frequency you want, than cranking the knob. This is basic, fundamental operational functionality that this radio obliterates. At least it should have been included as an option, but "No". Over time, you will find yourself cranking through your memory list to call people on different repeaters, or go to different nets and so on. You will understand that the FT5 design is the dumbest most useless design FOR THE HAM USER in 35 years. Oh, but wait- Kruk stated this was designed for EMCOMM and commercial users. HUH? EMCOMM and commercial users use radios as tools for a very short list of frequencies- they ARE NOT ham users where every major city has multitudes of repeaters to put in memories.

[@HamRadio2]

@@daledervin3672 Quite the contrary, most of the repeaters in this area are active and setting a scan list up only makes it frustrating when listening to the scan stop on every frequency. I know that lots of people like scan, I don't see a problem with that. I just don't think getting upset about a feature that only some care about is helpful.

[@daledervin3672]

Think about a common hamfest scenario- you have minimalist oldster buddies who are on site roaming around talking on a couple simplex freqs on older HT's without "Group" capability, other friends heading in from across the state that can't hit the talk in repeater yet, but are on a wide area system you CAN hit, and you may want to talk to others still at the hotel or breakfast on another local repeater. Are you always waiting for others to initiate a QSO for the FT5 to "find a busy signal"? No, you may want to be the person to initiate some communication to see where everyone is, yet your shiny new FT5 is gonna make you crank through memories, or God forbid, the VFO. Everyone needs to think BEYOND SCANNING FOR BUSY SIGNALS. The FT5 has cut out HALF the usability we as hams have been able to use for decades.

[@albertlepore1039]

How much

[@12vibaba]

only one

[@waytospergtherebro]

The biggest difference between the 5D and the 3D that nobody talks about is the fact that the US version of the 5D gives you absolutely no indication that it is charging when it's powered down. If you hold it up to the sun you can see that the LCD is rendering a fake bar graph animation which does not reflect actual power level in any way but it doesn't kick the backlight on so you can actually see this happening. Charging is also slow as balls so you have to buy an aftermarket cradle if you want to send a more appropriate 12V into the cells. Why they decided to make a 10.5V wall wart that is so anemic they can't even drive an LED is beyond me. That cannot possibly be a Covid supply chain issue. I'd also love to see a Yaesu employee extract a MicroSD card from the 5D without tweezers. I have tiny hands and it is fundamentally impossible to grip after ejecting.

[@LeeG7953]

I went to Amazon to see what they said about it. Amazon gave it 3 stars, and gave the Anytone and Baofeng 4.5 stars. I know Yaesu is the best I dislike communist products even though they are cheaper.

[@HamRadio2]

Most people don't buy this radio from Amazon due to its mark-up there. It is much cheaper from a normal retailer. So Amazon isn't going to have reviews from folks who know where to buy

[@ManuelPinner]

I Don't Mode My Radios, like to Keep them like New!

[@fin59shaw]

Sounds like the IPX7 means that you can drop it in the toilet, and should be OK.

[@Integr8d]

Unless they’ve grown a brain and added it, they have >>>TWO

[@d.b.cooper]

Sometimes you don’t even have to watch a video to realize is going to be a rambling mess.

[@MichaelRandazzophotoguy]

OK excuse me, but you spent 22 minutes and didn't even talk about everything that's different from the 3D after you said that's not what you were going to do. Since you hate C4FM why even bother? This 5D can do things with C4FM that the 3D couldn't do. That might be the best part of this radio. You never even talked about the fact you can do WiresX on both A and B. That was 22 minutes of my life I will never get back. Go back to your AnyTone DMR radio and leave the Yaesu radios to people who know what they are talking about.

[@HamRadio2]

1. DMR is C4FM also. You should learn your terminology because trying to tell-off other people. 2. I already did everything you said in the interview with John from last week, and I mentioned that in the beginning of the video also. Something else you missed. 3. Are you upset about Anytone DMR because you can't figure it out? Trying *watching and listening* to the video next time, before making snap judgements that prove you have no frame of reference.

[@twohandsandaradio]

@Michael Randazzo Read the title of the video Mikey... UNBOXING.... it doesn't mention and in depth review. So why be a douchenozzle when he did exactly what the title of the video says? Perhaps you need to get one and do a 4 hour video on everything it can do? People like you Mikey are why people just stop making videos altogether.

[@radiohobbyist13]

@@HamRadio2 This is the first time that I've ever heard that C4FM and DMR are the same thing. Ever since these modes came out I've been told that they weren't compatible. I have yet to try any of them because of all of the confusion over DMR, C4FM and DSTAR. We STILL have two analog FM repeaters in my area that nobody ever uses.

[@HamRadio2]

They aren't the same thing and are therefore not compatible. I have explained this in greater detail in some other videos, but here is a high-level overview. The term "C4FM" is actually wrong when talking about Fusion. That is what everyone calls it, but it isn't technically correct. Both DMR and Fusion are C4FM modulation, but have different protocol 'buckets'. DMR is TDMA while Fusion is FDMA. When people come around the channel and start crying about DMR, and how "C4FM" is better, I can immediately tell that they haven't actually done their research and they are just trying to stir up trouble.

[@radiohobbyist13]

@@HamRadio2 Thank you for explaining this to an old man. 👍😄

[@Allofthemonkeys]

Just got my Technician ticket, in part thanks to your technician class. KK7AYE

[@stevensoto2288]

Congrats from K7AYE

[@HamRadio2]

Nice work!

[@NevilleWestbury]

very helpful for a newcomer from down under and not too fast to pick up relevant info,. Nvl VK3NFT