Icom IC 2300H Mars Mod. Bad focus because it was focusing on the case/cover.

[@whouagain4627]

You make things look easy. I was watching one of your antenna videos and you made it easy to understand.

[@buzzsah]

Tell me more lol

[@RustyGlovebox]

Nice job Buzz, that will extend the life and dependability a lot.

[@buzzsah]

Thanks Rusty, hope so, I know it expanded the freqs range.

[@harleyberioso8477]

How to fix power dropping problem in IC-2300H. My unit messed up after adjusting power using cable jig. Need help on this.

[@buzzsah]

Sorry, haven't seen that with mine. But will look into it.

[@Keith1212]

I love these little mods. Nice job

[@buzzsah]

Thanks Keith, the parts are getting smaller every year.

[@hamidsk2573]

thanks for sharing this valuable experience, I was wonder if you have any video which explains component and subsystems of a typical VHF radio transmitter

[@buzzsah]

Sorry for the late reply. I try to reply to all, but sometimes a few slip by. No vids other than what is posted. Not many on 2300/ VHF. Maybe a good vid to work on. I have been really busy with emergency comms with the USCG, so I have no time to breathe.

[@TheOpenAirGarage]

Ready to see it fired up!!!

[@buzzsah]

lol, that may just happen, lol

[@robinj.9329]

I've been buying Ham gear from HRO since about '93 ! Good folks to deal with. They can always take the time to answer my questions!

[@buzzsah]

True, I buy from them 99% of the time, I tried MFJ but at this point, I'm done with them. However, there's always a BUT.

[@WallysPlace66]

Good work men

[@buzzsah]

Thanks Ron, it the damn camera would focus on the part instead of the case it would have been clearer.

[@SevenFortyOne]

Looks good buzz...I'll have to give you a yell on my lunch break once you get that set up.

[@buzzsah]

All is working and will program tomorrow. I use the RT-system software.

[@ValerieReese]

Looks like a nice radio.

[@buzzsah]

This is #2 I have one in the van as well. great radio for the buck.

[@buzzsah]

it a ic 2300h, the part is the only one that is where it is, I don't remember the part number I just know where it is. I lift one side and put a piece of tape under it..

[@kndri94]

What's the use of them?

[@buzzsah]

I use a few freqs with the USCG net,

[@supyrow]

very nice!

[@buzzsah]

Thanks Bobby, it was an easy but small mod.

[@briansnowdrifter4695]

Did the modifying actually work? After I did this the radio had issues? Squelch problems. Im using chirp to program, maybe its messing with it? Your thoughts.

[@buzzsah]

So far all is well, this is my second one, I have 1 in the van as well

[@briansnowdrifter4695]

I wonder if the radio was just defective from the start? Oh what is the software your using? Can you download it? I used Chirp, not sure if thats an issue.

[@buzzsah]

does it work if the mod is out band back to factory? How are you programming it? are you using a computer program? if so you may need to do a backup first. Not sure just thinking out loud

[@briansnowdrifter4695]

I wish I would have left one side in like you did, then I could have put the piece back in. Ya chirp is on my computer, I cleared the radio a few times, reprogramming it, but still issues.

[@buzzsah]

Sometimes we all rush and don't think "what if" you didn't short out the connection to the next nearest when un-soldering? Good luck I may be off YT for a few days, Hope you figuer it out.

[@theranger7974]

Ty for talking me me along

[@buzzsah]

Anytime Ranger thanks to stopping by.

[@larryz24]

Did I miss something Buzz.....what does the mod to the radio actually do?

[@buzzsah]

it opens the freqs it normally tx 144.-148.mhz after mod 136.-174mhz.

[@mohad-helal]

I have the same icom but the channels are only 4 channels can i open all the channels by this way

[@buzzsah]

It will do all that the Icom 78 does, I needed the 78 but not going to spend 1000 bucks bo I bought this one and modified it. Now I can run it on the USCG Coms, I run an AH-4 tuner with 120 of 10.5 ga. black elect=fence wire that I bought from Tractor Supply and have no problems. Good luck and be careful.

[@sumbook]

you need to remove a different part.. this video explains it.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/foWnp6l4fZiqb9k

[@kaleelsiju8813]

This is why Hot Mike shows this when I press

[@buzzsah]

Hmm!!! Thanks for stopping by

[@RangerKooky]

yu for the Big Share

[@buzzsah]

Thanks for watching RK

[@robinj.9329]

"Tip"; Auto-focus has been utterly worthless since it was first sold to the unsuspecting "Consumer", in the 90's. I NEVER USE IT for any critical work. (I.E. I want any image that the viewers can see!)

[@buzzsah]

We keep looking, it's getting better but still not there. I notice after the fact on this out, plus its the canon t4i which is extremely slow.

[@ajnunya6649]

20 minutes of no focus and no explanation as to why you are butchering a radio. Definitely worth a down vote.

[@buzzsah]

LOL, Wake up, have a coffee. Thanks for stopping in.

[@AsnairaTaup-lp8ih]

To long x plain absolutely nothing

[@buzzsah]

O well