Yaesu FT-70DR Wires X Control

[@uncledelvid6204]

Good demo. Simple and not the usual hour long yapping yapping!!! Good job. 73

[@phillipmoise7978]

Omg thank you for the very helpful info. So many other videos have left most of these steps out and make Wires X very frustrating.

[@MINI-4X4-RADIO]

Realise this is a few years old... I have just acquired a FT70, this was perfect, concise and to the point. 👍👍👍

[@mmlanger55]

I’m glad to know the old video still provides a service. The trusty FT70 is one of the best.

[@MINI-4X4-RADIO]

@@mmlanger55 I don't think you can beat it for value for money I plan to get a small amplifier @ 30W to use it mobile

[@K4RRC]

Nice job, excited about using mine. Much more I need to learn as I travel as a trucker and finding repeaters that are Wires X I can connect to and use. The research continues. 73 KG4NAI

[@RetiredFE]

I just picked this radio up yesterday. Outstanding video. Very concise and informative. Great job!!

[@mmlanger55]

Thanks Rodger - It's a great radio, nicely designed to make the video much easier to do.

[@Monitoring_Everything]

I just picked up a ft70 today. Really cool basic radio.

[@stonedcrab]

Finally, a no nonsense approach to using the FT-70 on Wires-X. Thank you!

[@KoenBrader]

Great video helped me learn to use my FT-70D.

[@JimParks52]

Excellent. The BEST how to video I've seen re: the FT70DR.

[@mmlanger55]

Thanks!

[@drumhd1]

mmlanger55 I certainly agree. You have explained this process very clearly in an easy to understand way. Thanks so much!

[@jurgenmarx8839]

this video is one of the best I ever seen for using the FT-70. I shared it with my friends who use the FT-70. Thank you for that! Vy 73 de Jürgen DO6BY

[@mmlanger55]

Thanks. Glad you found the video helpful.

[@BillBuckwalter]

You made it look simple! Great presentation. Thanks - WØSUN

[@kingc63ck]

i need to start from the beginning now how do i enter a room or find out some frquencies?

[@kd7don]

www.yaesu.com/jp/en/wires-x/id/active_node.php Search your location (city). That's as far as I got. My display flashes WIRES but never connects. So, I can't get to the point where I would select a room.

[@buckbrown823]

Very helpful and appreciated tutorial. All this stuff is new to me as I break away from HF cw QRP into something from this century.

[@mmlanger55]

I grew up on tubes and CW. Loved HF but now I'm rarely on it. The new digital world from Yaesu is a fantastic boost to our enjoyment of ham radio and keeps us from being relics. 73 Buck.

[@steveenter553]

Definitely the basic details and instructions I needed. Thnx. KD9SEZ

[@luisdj-intecnogy407]

Beautiful and concise video, just what I needed to know! Thank you

[@RabbiSteve]

Thank you for making and sharing this.

[@alanhotte3468]

Great Video! Got so much more than what i was able to glean from the manual .. Thanks, VA3IAH

[@jasongreen9509]

seems easy... but how did you set up the node? can you give instructions for how to dial in to America link?

[@bradskis81]

I think he did about halfway in. I don't think there's a way to "browse" the available rooms. You have to have the code numbers for the rooms you want, then enter that number in the "eN" screen. Once you enter the 5 digit number for the room, it should connect. But I think you have to look up the room numbers on Yaesu's website from what I gathered.

[@bradskis81]

Just saw you posted this a year ago...I'm sure you figured it out already.

[@pablodustin2665]

i know it is kinda off topic but do anybody know of a good place to watch newly released movies online?

[@bradskis81]

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[@zaneari4730]

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[@jamesstuder5045]

I agree it is a great video. My main question is where did you learn these keystrokes? I've gone through the regular and advanced manual and cannot find anything resembling what you did. It definitely works as I tried it but I'd really like a clear and concise reference that gives this type of information.

[@mmlanger55]

I'm glad the video is still providing a service. It's been some time since I produced it and I can't honestly say how I came to know the radio. I might have read it or I might have played with it until I got it. Either way, I knew that it was time to produce the video when my mind was fresh with learning the radio. Nothing wrong with any Yaesu portable, but the FT70 is still my favorite. The operating manual found on the Yaesu.com website under FT-70DR files is described as "(including the Wires X function information)" and does describe how to use the features. But the information does not jump off the page. It takes a bit of effort to follow.

[@mmlanger55]

Start at page 30.

[@bradskis81]

Great video! Very concise, informative and very well done! Thanks for the help!

[@bobk3372]

Excellent , clear description.

[@Runtothemusic]

Perfect.....all your instructions were very clear. 73s

[@chuck9333]

This helps me so much. Thank you!

[@vrb1960]

Awesome instruction on these features. Thank you Brad NØDPR

[@GregOstravich]

I wanted to thank you; I got on America Link and made a contact in Okinawa, JP tonight and it's thanks to this video. I'd love to figure out how to program the FUSION stuff from the software I use (RT Systems; I have a Mac and the free Yaesu software doesn't work) but maybe I don't need to. Went to a local repeater and the connection and signal were strong. I added MNWIS and America Link and a few in Australia but any recommendations for good rooms to pick?

[@mmlanger55]

Hello Greg. Glad to read your report on the good experience with Yaesu Fusion. You might consider checking Texas Nexus #21636, CQ UK #27793, Ohio Link #40557. There are many more good Wires X rooms. Look here for room listing www.yaesu.com/jp/en/wires-x/id/active_room.php MNWis hosts a technical net every Monday night at 7 :30PM Central time where you can learn some of the latest discussion on Fusion topics. See wp.hamoperator.com for additional info, The software, Yaesu and RT Systems, does not restore the room information on the FT70 to my knowledge.

[@JasonFellingham]

Great video. Thank you!

[@unclelester7887]

Lots of help here. Easy to understand and listen to. (KD8RNO)

[@keeler1160]

Can you do a comparison video of the FT-70DR vs the Baofeng radio? I currently own a baofeng and I'm exploring on the benefits of upgrading to this radio.

[@mmlanger55]

My reason for the videos is to help our new local Yaesu System Fusion users. So I can't offer you the video you are requesting. But I will say that there is only one reason to own a Baofeng: the price. Other than that there is no comparison. For the money, the Yaesu FT70 offers you so much more in quality, performance and features. I believe you will find other helpful comparisons available to you online.

[@larhouser]

I have both baofeng and yaesu hts and like them both for different reasons. I use the 70dr when I'm traveling to other areas because the memory banks and good scan rate allow me to load a bunch of repeaters into memory and then call up specific banks of them while we travel. I'm just starting to explore the digital side of the device but the FM side is bomber. A couple of negatives that may effect you on the 70dr, the mic/headset Jack disconnects really easily during field work (I put gaffer tape over it and that helps). No frs/gmrs so during CERT events you'll need a second radii. Or use the baofeng like I do.

[@n5pa]

I am new to the FT-70DR and am I correct that you have to program the WIRESX memories every time you power off and back on the FT-70DR?

[@mmlanger55]

Wires X memories are retained once they are programmed even though you power it off. YSF reflectors from hotspots and Openspots are not stored as they are not within the Yaesu standard.

[@n5pa]

That explains why they are not retained by the radio. Makes it a pain to use a hotspot, though. I like using the DMR radio with the Hotspot because you can program the channels with the frequency of the hotspot and the Talk Group you want to use.

[@mmlanger55]

@@n5pa Yaesu designed the features for the Wires X hardware and software. The hotspot is a great accessory but they do not offer complete compatibility. DMR may seem easier to you but I would take the flexibility of Wires X software (Rooms, Nodes, PDN's, etc.).

[@everettrantanen1732]

Hi, So with my FT70-DR am I limited to 5 saved rooms per repeater (C1-C5)? Is C0 not usable? It seems to store the last entered room. Also is there anyway I can see callsign ID info when i am in a room like i can when I am on my local Fusion repeater not connected to Wires-X?

[@mmlanger55]

Yes, you are limited to 5 saved rooms. The manual states that C0 is "the most recent connected node ID or room ID screen." See page 31in the manual for a good explanation. The FT-70D has limited screen capability, so you cannot see the callsign ID while in the Wires X mode.

[@everettrantanen1732]

@@mmlanger55 Thank you very much for replying so quickly!

[@davidabraham1969]

Very informative

[@DroneFun]

Hello, I was wondering if the room number (node id) that you inputed was somehow connected to a HRI-200 or just a normal hotspot?

[@mmlanger55]

You will input the number associated with the hardware you are using. With a Wires X connection (strictly Yaesu), use the number that Yaesu offers on its own cataloging. Check their updated system: www.yaesu.com/jp/en/wires-x/id/active_room.php For an Openspot or Pi-Star based device, use the YSF number: www.pistar.uk/ysf_reflectors.php The FCS numbers cannot be entered into the FT70D to my knowledge. That selection will be made on the device.

[@JosephDZaks]

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[@ADMIND3R]

i wanted to pick up this radio to listen to local emergency services. but my local pd is on 853 mhz and the ft70 only recieves up to about 500 mhz right? thanks for any input have a good one

[@mmlanger55]

The FT70 does not cover 800Mhz. Most of law enforcement has transitioned to new digital formats that are not compatible with amateur radio receivers. For us locally, the days of listening to public safety on amateur radio are long gone.

[@chrishamm60]

Thanks! Very useful.

[@joes6883]

I'm in "frequency" mode. I mean, what is showing on my FT-70D us the frequency numbers and Not the "call signs" I already have programmed in the radio. I was trying to follow your direction and got messed up and Now I can't get back to my Already programmed frequencies. Any suggestions will be welcomed.

[@mmlanger55]

Restarting the radio and pushing the V/M button should always return you to the VFO or memory function. Your memories stored should all be there.

[@joes6883]

@@mmlanger55 It did not work. 145.000 frequency is still there. I don't get it?

[@mmlanger55]

@@joes6883 I would not be too concerned about Wires X until you are more comfortable with the main features of the radio. Wires X only controls the node or repeater connected to a node. Possibly other videos or fellow hams can help you with your issues. Wish you well.

[@Outandaboutwithpoggy]

Hi there G7POG Mike, can someone explain to me please if i wished to use this radio out in the field is the access all RF driven based through a repeater or is the access through wifi, one other thing, having registered with yaesu for my 5 digit ID can this be used on any WIRES-X radio, sorry to sound dumb but im still sitting in the old RF world and all this digital technology is something Im going to have to get used to if I buy this radio, which by the way looks pretty good, thanks everyone for taking the time to look

[@mmlanger55]

Hi Mike. There are many videos here on KZbin that will instruct you on using the new digital technology. You do not need to register your FT70 with Yaesu. That is only necessary to operate a local node on radios that are capable of doing so. The FT70 does not. But it does offer you RF access to repeaters, nodes and hotspots providing you C4FM digital service. System Fusion is not as complicated as you might think. Enjoy the learning process.

[@donski1519]

Hi, what is the power supply you are using in the back ground?

[@mmlanger55]

www.randl.com/shop/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=9110&products_id=72861 Very happy with the quality and the price.

[@marcb6444]

Can I delete a saved memory room in FT70 while on wiresX mode?

[@Stailengine777]

Is there any registration that is required to operate wires x on the ft 70 dr

[@mmlanger55]

Wires X commands can control any Wires X network, so long as the owner has not blocked the activity. The registration is only for the node/PDN owner. Use the Wires X command only to change a room.

[@Stailengine777]

@@mmlanger55 Thank you !!!

[@RetiredFE]

I have a question. If I'm using a repeater to connect to Wires X, am I tying up the repeater for others if I'm going between rooms?

[@mmlanger55]

The repeater can only offer one communication channel at a time. So, yes, if you change the room on the repeater, everyone goes with you. We offer multiple repeaters to allow users to visit different rooms. But when they time out, they link back together.

[@RetiredFE]

@@mmlanger55 So would that be a good reason to get the HRI 200?

[@mmlanger55]

@@RetiredFE Having your own Wires X node is a great way to go. You can enjoy your own independent exploration of Wires X Rooms and, with a good node station, offer your node service to other hams in the area. You will need to learn about setting up the HRI-200 with port forwarding on your home router. See www.hamoperator.com for more helpful info. Look for the Wires X Bible.

[@RetiredFE]

@@mmlanger55 Great. Thanks for your help. Much appreciated.

[@RetiredFE]

@@mmlanger55 I've got my HRI-200 up and running and it's awesome. Thanks again for the help.

[@chrisbaker7982]

Thank you for this, am "old school" rf and learning fast on this new mode. this should help me get going on my local nodes and UK rooms now de G4LDS

[@nn1wi]

hi! could you please help me. convert my ft70d file to csv? i dont have an opportunity.

[@k2gk664]

Thank you de k2gk

[@setofirons]

Hey have you notice if something is going on with wires x? I’ve tried to login on with my ftm-100 and I get nothing . As of 3 weeks ago I can’t hit the repeaters that Have wires x.

[@mmlanger55]

Nothing has changed. I use Wires X every day to control 4 repeaters and 3 hotspots. Sometimes the PC on a node station needs to be restarted. In the meantime, it works to pass audio but will not be available to Wires X commands. And remember, if signals have multipath or are weak, Wires X does not have the aggressive error correction that digital narrow voice offers. Be sure and talk to the repeater owners. Maybe they can help you.

[@gtpjon]

Nice Job Dude!

[@nelxonmiranda]

You don’t explain how to set the room or how to get to America Link? How? Tnx. I got as far as connected...nothing else. Help.

[@mmlanger55]

You need to follow the video from 4:30 and following to see how to connect to a room. I use the example of MNWis #21493. Instead, you would direct enter #21080 for AmericaLink. Then push "AMS". I

[@tommyleddy8728]

But don’t you also need a second radio on and connected to Wires X ? I only have the FT-70. I watch a very confusing video from a dude in Canada.

[@mmlanger55]

This video is based on accessing our local Yaesu repeater connected to Wires X. The FT70D cannot offer you a Wires x connection. The FT5 or current Fusion mobiles can perform that function in the PDN setup.

[@jeffdo9195]

How do u drop link?

[@Mike-AB7RU]

That's what I want to know.

[@gregchamberlain7554]

That ceramic plate fragged that watermelon. And you didn't bother to pick it up and show no damage as you claimed....lol Also NIJ certified?

[@GregOstravich]

I have a Yaesu Speaker/Mic (SSM-17A) and it seemed to not work on the Fusion room. Anybody else see this? I used the PTT on the radio and then it worked. Maybe I'll try it again tomorrow.

[@GregOstravich]

Got it working; not sure what I did wrong. Maybe it wasn't plugged all the way in?

[@cliffbarrimore]

I have FT70 too, but I can store a room, say America Link in memory 3, check its there,, all good, disconnect and drop out of wires x, then connect to wires x and all memories are blank... anyone else have this, I am finding this the most frustrating radio I own so far....

[@mmlanger55]

Sorry to hear about your experience, Cliff. Hard to help you across the internet. I’ve found the 70 to be one of the easiest Yaesu radios ever. The only responses that I would have are that either the Wires X room never gets stored or that you update your memories with software which doesn’t support Wires X memories. Even without Wires X memories, the direct entry of a room number is still more easy than the steps required of the other radios. Good luck.

[@cliffbarrimore]

@@mmlanger55 Hey, no problem, I guess I got a bum unit, I reflashed firmware and still doesnt save, but for a handy at home its not a bad unit

[@davistroy]

I'm having the same issue... Connected through a jumbo spot

[@mmlanger55]

I’ve read from the Yaesu rep that the FT70 does not support storing rooms through a hotspot. Wires X rooms will store from a Wires X node only.

[@cliffbarrimore]

@@mmlanger55 Hi, Thats interesting, I dont have any 'true' wires x nodes/repeaters locally, but a local ham has wires x setup so I'll have to go to his and see if that is the case, seems a little odd that I can connect wires x through a hotspot via a node that supports wires x, call up a list and select or enter manually a destination and it all connects and saves to the memory, but the radio drops it once I close out of wires x.... all good if thats how it works...pretty sure there is another way to store and connect, just not looked too closely at it yet... thanks for the insight

[@eugenecbell]

My HT can do this, but why? What is there to do on the Internet with a 7 character screen and a number only keyboard. It had better be good, if I am going to monopolize the repeater while I’m doing it. I had it accidentally on for tonight’s Net and got a great deal of guff from everyone else. I would like to know that there is something worth doing. Thank yo in advance for everyone’s help.

[@kenclark9075]

Thanks, very helpful video K4ENW