Share video URL: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qJhiq8ydxs3DaXU.html Addendum Episode notes oh8stn.org/blog/2021/05/07/icom-ic-705-update-may-2021/ Table of contents 00:00 Introduction 01:04 The Cable Mess 01:40 IC-705 & Microsoft Surface Go 2 02:25 Raspberry Pi Alternative? 03:15 Firmware update 1.20 05:00 Using the Surface & IC-705 05:40 No wires portable - first impressions 06:25 Icom IC-705 Go Kit 07:10 Versus Elecraft, Yaesu,... 08:11 Wireless Remote & Voice comms 11:38 Why Wireless and untethered? 12:30 Why a Windows Tablet over Raspberry Pi? 13:49 Winlink and Vara HF with Surface & IC-705 15:26 Why the IC-705 is the best data modes qrp radio hands down! 15:46 What's the catch? 16:33 Why "they" hate the IC-705! 17:16 IC-705 Go Kit 18:19 IC-705 Case 19:03 Surface Go Software 20:33 Ham Radio Q&A - 21:03 Current consumption - 22:00 IC-705 & Android Wefax, RTTY, PSK - 23:10 FT8 with the IC-705 & Surface Go 2 - 24:26 Problems with Winlink running Wirelessly - 25:33 GPS Fail with IC-705 & Ico Remote Utility 26:42 End on a positive note
@1337flite3 жыл бұрын
Regarding the cage - I'd suggest taking a look at vendors like Small Rig - they make cages for video and audio producers. You should be able to grab kit from them such as a "cheese plate" or a n "L-bracket" that would allow you for exammple to attach an AH-705. (or other 1/4-20 moutnable kit) and mount the whole shebang on a tripod. Small Rig and other vendors in the same market also make things like cable clamps which can be used to make sure cables don't disconnext themselves and provide strain relief. Most of the stuff they make won't be useful, but they have generic items, such as the cable clamps, that will potentially be of use if you are using that style of cage - especially with the increase of use of 1/4-20 and the already common use of 3/8 threaded components in the Ham world. Another generic item that might be useful is that they make quick detach based carrying handles, which could reduce the profile of the kit in transit but only take a couple of seconds to attach when required. Some ingenuity and imagination will be involved, but I am fairly certain some utiility can be obtained using bits from components intended to support nad connect video kit. Personally if I buy once of those cages - and I am seriosuly considering the options for those and other protection for my 705, - I will ultimately be aiming to buy two, so I can have one at the rear as well - probably attached by a cheese plate. Another thing I am looking at is the power systems designed for video kit. E.g. battery packs intended to use common Sony NP style batteries and "V mount" batteries.
@wild-radio73733 жыл бұрын
May I ask you a question? I would like to hear a proper shout-out for the DX Commander in future videos! I saw it there on your picnic table and didn't hear it, so thought I might say that here♡ love me some DX Commander!! Thanks, luv :)
@richardcernava41393 жыл бұрын
The absent GPS COM port is a BIG BIG oversight by Icom. I'm glad you covered it because I thought I simply didn't know how to set it up. Thankfully, my touchpad has a built-in GPS.
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
@@wild-radio7373 I'm only using the DX Commander Expedition Pole which is absolutely brilliant. Ever since I got it, I seen no need for the sotabeams masts I've used previously. The DX Commander antenna systems themselves are not really practical for man portable work at this latitude. They don't work at all portable in the winter. As an antenna system which is going to be up for a while, they're brilliant. Quarter wave vertical is always awesome. There's just too much finger fiddling to set it up portable. I've given feedback to Calum about possibly introducing a half wave version of the D X Commander. That would reduce the number of wires, but maintain the multiband functionality. The responses on that feedback arr always kind of strange, so I don't know how to take them. Like I said though, the poles are awesome and the full antenna systems are brilliant for home installations.
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
@@richardcernava4139 agreed Richard. I was really disappointed by that. I've almost completed a report which I'll send to Icom. Hopefully it doesn't get lost inside that big company
@ChiefMiddleFinger3 жыл бұрын
Your innovation and leadership with operating in the field is second to none.
@pthithic3 жыл бұрын
Here's why: Average ham: zero interest in these digital/data modes, primary interest is hugely amplified ragchewing and the latest expensive rig Prospective hams: young people who would be interested in all the digital/data but don't know it exists because the only encounter they have with a ham is an old man that shows them you can have a voice conversation with some yahoo by spending thousands of dollars, when the young person can talk to someone on the other side of the world, including video, with a free app on their phone. What Julian is doing is in that gap between where ham is and where it could be, so, existing hams go to videos about 200w rigs and a prospective ham, a young digital native, would simply never discover this stuff because there's zero interest in talking to old men with more money than skill
@josephottey18902 жыл бұрын
I have been consuming endless hours of HAM KZfaq and am completely transfixed by this channel... I'm a 37yo Father of two and a prospective ham. I have to say, I only understand about half of what he says, but it's cool as F#!
@Terribleguitarist892 жыл бұрын
@@pthithic Nailed it, there are also few who seem to understand formating and flow of a video for the platform. I love my old salts who are full of knowledge on here... but their videos feel more like the archaic VHS instructional videos of the past than a KZfaq video. Julian has nailed his video flow and style.
@jeremy-ketev30283 жыл бұрын
Outstanding video as usual. You’re one of the few channels that I drop everything to watch.
@BobSolimeno3 жыл бұрын
Julian - this combination of the IC-705 and Microsoft Surface Pro 2 is so compelling that I am now focused on reconfiguring my shack, and ultimately thinking of a home station and field station as you have advocated. This is great stuff! Thank you for all the hard work that went into this and all of your extremely well done videos!!
@johnk80913 жыл бұрын
I stuck with you, and happy I did. Love my IC-705, such a blast to own and use. Rock and roll Julian
@gregbeckern9wxg5803 жыл бұрын
I just found the video page. Instantly became my favorite. No BS just valid info!
@martinblain62003 жыл бұрын
This is excellent information and is causing me to rethink my intention of using the Raspberry Pi and the IC-705. I will continue to re-watch this to ensure that I have understood all I need to do.
@1953Greyfox25 күн бұрын
I've been trying to connect my Surface Go to my 7300 with no luck. Seeing this video gives me hope. 73's
@georgewashington74443 жыл бұрын
Julian, Excellent presentation as usual! You’ve inspired me to go off-grid this summer. I’ll spend a 4 day weekend in the Pennsylvania wilds with pretty much your setup operating digi-modes. ICom contract with this guy he knows his craft!
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
Outstanding! Keep things as simple as you can. Pennsylvania is a beautiful state once you get outside the cities. You'll have a wonderful time for sure. 73 Julian oh8stn
@joshuagarrett48793 жыл бұрын
Utmost Respect for you and your contributions. Thank you.
@tprice20123 жыл бұрын
Whoa! Voice modes remote is legit amazing! Great video and thank you for continually refining your system.
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
Honestly, that was a blast. It isn't well described in the documentation, so I thoguht, lets just give it a try :D Glad I did, and happy you enjoyed it. 73 Julian oh8stn
@phildurall74663 жыл бұрын
Julian .... another dead center shot Sir! This is a true reference work! TNX - KF6IF
@terryestes38803 жыл бұрын
GREAT Series on the 705, Julian !! Thanks again !! It's unfortunate that when l tried to order the RS-BA1ver2, no US vendor had it in stock and Icom was not giving them a delivery date. So I ordered from a Japanese eBay supplier. Hope I receive it sometime this year. 73, Terry W4ZQ
@K6TJO3 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to hook up my surface to it now. Thanks
@pnowikowАй бұрын
I love technology. This setup is brilliant
@richardtwyning3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Really looking forward to getting my 705. It will be my first HF radio 👍🏻 73 M7GTX
@douglassharafanowich86053 жыл бұрын
Excellent. What a journey this has been. ;-)
@KY4K-10 Жыл бұрын
After watching this video i decided to get the Surface Go 2... 128gb ssd 8 gigs of ram and i added a 256gb sd to run apps from. I love this thing. It has the M3 processor so it is pretty snappy. Thank you for all the videos you do.
@OH8STN Жыл бұрын
You are very welcome. 73 Julian oh8stn
@robertrutherford90573 жыл бұрын
When I was a kid I built a heath kit radio and broadcasted through my neighbors record players..... we never had anything like this. Haha. Nice setup
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
We have certainly come a long way. 73 Julian oh8stn
@ddivinia5 ай бұрын
Also, I was just in Finland and realized as I was leaving is I was in your backyard essentially. Love your videos.
@AndyWragg3 жыл бұрын
Hi Julian. That setup has to be the gold standard for off grid radio deployment. The amount of research and testing you do is way beyond anything anyone else is doing right now. And I thank you for your tireless commitment to the subject, and for bringing it to us all here. Unfortunately the commercials around the IC-705 mean I probably wont be getting one anytime soon, so I'll have to get by with the IC-706MkiiG and the RPI, or my Lenovo laptop, and a bunch of cables. Now that my ankles prevent me going man portable my setup includes my 32Ah battery box and solar panel, or a small generator. I'm going camping again with friends next weekend so I'll be taking my portable station and will be doing some POTA via JS8Call. Should be fun as I've not used the mode for some time, and I've never used it for POTA. However due to the conditions and weekend contesters running lots of power conditions for POTA aren't great right now. I'm hoping that by using a digital mode I'll cut through the contest noise, and being where I will be, there will be little background/domestic RF noise, so incoming signals will be booming in, as they say. Keep safe Julian, and maybe we can have a QSO next weekend. 73 G1AW
@Ei2iP3 жыл бұрын
I use RS-BA1 on 7300 and 9700..on my surface pro 4.. Remember you also have CW keyer built-in, u could run a cw beacon.. Icom do make better Radios, well done on an informative 👏 video
@andrewobrien86653 жыл бұрын
I want to first say congratulations on accomplishing your long term goal of a completely wireless transceiver and computer portable Portable Digital Radio setup. I know this was a long term goal of the channel and am so happy for you. I would say that from a cost prohibited standpoint that your solution maybe at the higher end. I currently use the Raspberry Pi 4 because it's cost effective and totally inspired by you. I have the Larkbox Pro and haven't used it for much since I have no idea how to adjust the audio levels in Windows 10 so I can receive data for programs such as Winlink, JS8Call, WSJT-X, Fldigi, etc. I can easily do this on the Pi but in typical Microsoft fashion this simple task is overcomplicated on Windows 10. Would love to be able to use Winlink Express and Vara HF but this is a limiting factor for me. I would say you should recommend the Larkbox Pro as a more affordable options as a Windows Raspberry Pi than starting with the route suggested in the video. Lots of commitment for an expensive 5 Watt Radio. This is my opinion and I respect your work. Hopefully there won't be any hard feelings. 73 de KC1MIJ
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this. I probably should have mentioned it in the video but oh, honestly the video was getting too long. The Lark box Pro is not forgotten. It's one step in the series. We'll be using the larkbox pro for the winlink Gateway project coming up. The problem is, I can only do one thing at a time. I really suck at multitasking :-) but don't worry, the larkbox pro is on the way. Finally, thanks for watching, for the support and for the kindness. It is very much appreciated. 73 Julian oh8stn
@gregisfly10 ай бұрын
Julian your an awesome operator and when I see a new vid from you I am excited to view, your presentation and explanation is logical, clear and straight forward. Honestly you have inspired me over and over renewing my interest. Thanks, 73
@mountainghost5563 жыл бұрын
You won me over with this. Great video.
@richardbaker89283 жыл бұрын
Great video. I'm running a Surface Pro 7 and a G90 and it works really well.
@lpark83 жыл бұрын
Excellent video thank you. I’m gonna have to watch parts of it again and take notes it is so packed with information 😎 great videography too! Maybe just me but the drone shot of the tent with your dog makes me think of Tarkovsky. 🙏👊73 VA6WTE
@sarahjrandomnumbers3 жыл бұрын
I've used my 705 like this for a bit, but I much prefer using a single usb cable for a couple of reasons. 1 WSJT-X has a seizure when you change the frequency with the radio, and not the software, and the only way to fix it is to restart the remote software entirely. Something to do with how the remote software handles unexpected cat data coming back from the radio. 2 Using USB gives you access to the GPS receiver on the 2nd serial port. Saves having to carry around an extra GPS dongle. 3 Using both the control software and other cat software doesn't work well, so you have to use one or the other. 4 The RS-BA1 software is sooo expensive. In the UK you can only buy it with the remote VFO included which pushes it up over £200. So I bought mine from Ebay from potentially a dodgy source, because Icom doesn't sell the software separately. Still, it's nothing major, and using it wirelessly is fine, as long as you use the dial lock, just in case something nudges it, and for situations where you have the radio in a peli case, protected from the elements with external connections mounted on the case, then using WIFI is great. But for me, sat in a car on a hill, I could take it or leave it. Certainly can't complain though, it's handy for those times where you want to be wireless :)
@tulenik71 Жыл бұрын
5. using USB cable you can still use your phone as an Internet access point.
@Jagrrr Жыл бұрын
I really appreciate and enjoy your work and time spent helping noobs like me.
@darylnd3 жыл бұрын
Great work, Julian! Many thanks!! I'm tempted now to cancel my TX-500 backorder in favor of the 705 which is, for the moment, in stock (I could pick it up today). If GNU/Linux didn't suck for photo printing, I'd only have a Windows VM for those things, like firmware upgrades, where manufacturers simply won't get away from Microsoft. I can deal with the Surface in this case, though. 73, KN6NPZ
@dwainmanning98038 ай бұрын
Love your channel. Thanks for all the info
@OH8STN8 ай бұрын
🙏
@danmartin35223 жыл бұрын
I have been thru all this and agree 100% - I'm using a Dell XPS-13 because it's what I had free. All works perfect now that I change the the settings as advised in the video. I do have problems with intermittent disconnects from WiFi when using the IC-705 as an access point. Thanks for all the GREAT Work. 73's Dan ~ KC4GO
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
Great to hear! I also had the connection drop outs. I found the wifi adapter was going to sleep in certain battery power profiles, when WIndows thought I didnt need it :D I was related to the "turn off the screen" timeout. Please give that a try. 73 Julian oh8stn
@mikecrockford65003 жыл бұрын
Great Video. I have pretty much based my entire portable ops on your setup and this ultimately was the last piece of the jigsaw for how I want to go wireless data. Hope to work you portable some day and thanks for the excellent content and information 73 Mike M0VOZ
@NSNorfolk3 жыл бұрын
BRAVO Julian ! I enjoy operating POTA and SOTA plus, Winlink VARA. Being able to operate from the Field without the nest of wires is the next evolution in portable and emergency operations. I once wondered if the 705 was worth it's rather pricy entry point but was looking solely from the perspective of operating voice and CW, something my Xiegu does quite well and at 20 Watts. Your well documented and thoroughly explained data operations shed new light on the true utility of the entire kit. Thank you so much!
@TahoeMtnMan3 жыл бұрын
Outstanding! Your video is a delight. Thank you!
@oh2hqe3 жыл бұрын
This is awesome.Great cross wire jungle to free wireless world ;) I appreciate Icom that has heard users. Snapper is great Super with these field tests.
@ManuelPinner Жыл бұрын
This is one of the very reason why I like the Japanese Brands Radios because They have very High Quality Product's and lot's of Invocations to There Products, unlike the Pool Quality Chinese Brands, that ten to Copy the Japanese Brands! I have a Alinco DJ-MD5X DMR and a Yeasu FT5D HT, and also have a HP Mini Tablet and a Samsung Laptop,
@OH8STN Жыл бұрын
Completely agree with you. The Japanese have this attention to detail we don't see from other countries. Thanks for the comments and for watching, greatly appreciated.
@seabound13503 жыл бұрын
Outstanding information! Many thanks 🙏👍🏻🤘🏻😎
@gilgaboАй бұрын
Incredible video.
@philipchandler3303 жыл бұрын
Very impressive
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
Thank You Phillip. It's always work in progress. 73 Julian oh8stn
@OzarkBrozark Жыл бұрын
I think you are an awesome source for knowledge! I am thinking about getting into HAM. I wished I had a compact list of all I need to do HAM, send texts, and email. Meaning hardware and software. I like the look of the IC-705. This video gave me a lot of what I'm looking for.
@larryhornerjr3 жыл бұрын
Great explanation. Sold, Sold, Sold! Thanks for the great video.
@Nimbus4953 жыл бұрын
Jeezus Middle of May & there’s still snow there? Great vid as usual.
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
It's almost all gone now. Thanks for the comment and kindness.
@Nimbus4953 жыл бұрын
Nah thanx for your outstanding contributions to the hobby. One of the few YT channels I check daily.
@billgrant61753 жыл бұрын
Great review. A big question I had was Windows OS vs Raspberry Pi for portable ops. I wanted all the interoperability and capabilities of the Windows machine but portability and low power consumption of the Raspberry Pi. Really happy to hear the Surface Go is less. I am willing to carry a little more weight and size. Less wires and devices means less to lose, break, fail etc for me. You settled it for me. As always, awesome info.
@billgrant61753 жыл бұрын
Just read you blog as well. So the LSM with the J-go 45w USB charger will provide enough power to charge the IC-705 on stand by and a Surface Go? Your blog said 15v @5A and the Surface only needs 3A? That sound right?
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
That might be a type O. It might also be the maximum capabilities of the J go Tech USB C charger. The LSM outputs 12 volts. I simply split that output into two separate Anderson power-pole connections, one for the ic-705, the other for the J go Tech. This works perfectly together 👍
@randygc37043 жыл бұрын
Great work as always. Now if Icom would just release a version of the 705 with 100W on HF it would be truly worthy successor to the IC706MKIIG for those of us who are limited to vehicle ops in the great outdoors. ;-) Interesting timing; I just discovered WoAD for Android and have gotten it working with my Samsung tablet and Kenwood TH-D74 over Bluetooth for VHF/UHF packet Winlink for wireless operations in the field (we have several VHF and a UHF RMS node in my area). 73 Randy KAØAZS
@jimweisgram91853 жыл бұрын
I believe ICOM and others are going to include this capability in lots of future transceivers.
@larsthunberg_SM0TGU3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Very well produced and the video cutting is outstanding! Interesting with the Surface solution, I'm using a smaller GPD MicroPC, smaller and with built in keyboard but no touch screen.
@xe1dvi3 жыл бұрын
Great information and explanation! Really appreciate your time and effort 73.
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Trying to add context makes these types of videos tough to sit through, but hopefully useful ultimately. 73 Julian oh8stn
@rlgreaves Жыл бұрын
Great video. Also going to change over from Raspi 4 to Surface Pro. Just had enough of too many wire connections and buggy software on Raspi.
@OH8STN Жыл бұрын
You'll be much happier Robin, for sure. 73 Julian oh8stn
@havok4103 Жыл бұрын
I think this video has helped me decide on getting the 705 over the lab599... Or maybe ill get both, but the 705 first! Thank you for the great content, please continue the great work.
@richardwhitcroftkc3rrw632 жыл бұрын
this was a fantastic video!!! one day i will make it this far. I have come a long way since february 2021.... learned many things....many of those things learned have been thru your content.
@chrisherd9913 жыл бұрын
Hi Julian thanks for this, esp the info on the real world hamradio processing power of the surface go
@stevegriffin36093 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed the video and it’s such a clean looking station in the portable sense. It’s really amazing how much you can do with a 705. WD5ENH Steve
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
It actually is quite amazing Steve. That's part of the reason for getting this video out there. In a sense, it sets a benchmark. Thank you for watching, and for the kindness. It's very much appreciated 73 Julian oh8stn
@goodluckfox2 жыл бұрын
well, you made my mind up for me. :) 705 it is. :)
@kb6lcw993 жыл бұрын
Great to see all you share! 73
@markcohen50943 жыл бұрын
As always, a wonderful video! I absolutely concur that the icom software needs to present the 2nd usb interface for the GPS connection. I was just complaining about that earlier today. I'm looking into using the inexpensive GPS that I have on the RPi with a USB2->USBC OTG cable to get the GPS signal onto the Surface Go2
@kennethh56573 жыл бұрын
Your ruggedness issue can be solved quite easily. Just take a waterproof pelican case and drill two holes. In one hole surface mount an antenna port and the other a power port. Goop up the back side with lots of silicone to keep everything waterproof. I'm sure there would be some heat issues. However you can probably surface mount and internal temperature gauge and possibly do some heat sinking. Worst case just opened the lid once in awhile. 🤷🏻♂️
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
That's true👍
@MrHeliorabelo3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video Julian, i have to agree with Simon Mitchell!!
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
Simon Mitchell?
@MrHeliorabelo3 жыл бұрын
Yes he posted a comment 3 months ago , you are a brilliant on your videos ! Always gave us a honest review with your experience on the field!!
@KevinW8BRY3 жыл бұрын
As always great informative video. Happy to see a setup that meets your goals.
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
It's been a long and expensive Road getting here. Yeah, it's been worth it. We also learned a lot along the way. Thanks for the support and the kindness. It's very much appreciated. 73 Julian oh8stn
@user-vx5ru7gh7c3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Julian, this is another fantastic piece of work and is something one will refer back to repeatedly. The only bummer regarding the ensemble is that PowerFilm is not shipping the LightSaver Max out of the continental US until autumn, at the earliest. 73
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
Agreed. I've been working hard to make this happen but it's still slow going. Definitely going to happen though and we already know the distributor it's happening with. I wish I could do more to make this happen sooner.
@anymouse6202 Жыл бұрын
Thanks fot the video!
@OH8STN Жыл бұрын
You are very welcome 🙏👍 73 Julian oh8stn
@Soupie623 жыл бұрын
Watching this, I'm thinking about: cold weather, and the impact on battery life. Keep the IC-705 somewhere protected, and reasonably warm. Then use a small tablet, or even a phone, with a WiFi connection back to the transceiver. Keeping a small device close to your body means the battery will stay warm, and last longer. You could even carry a battery pack (at the expense of another thing to carry, and another cable). That just leaves the issue of getting appropriate software for the phone, to control the transceiver.
@davidahrendts64473 жыл бұрын
WOW. Very tempted. And as an owner of a KX3, I know what you mean by "all those cables." Even more if you have the band display.
@pa-kuasummitnj89222 жыл бұрын
Outstanding presentation, thank you
@OH8STN2 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome, thanks for watching.
@mikebarnes98583 жыл бұрын
Great info as always.
@Emanemoston Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video.
@eper18752 жыл бұрын
Outstanding, thanks for the the video.
@OH8STN2 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome 👍
@jimpiper52973 жыл бұрын
You already know you have a winner of a companion in Snapper. However, I think she needs her own call sign!
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
I'll work on that 👍
@AndrewTalbert2 жыл бұрын
I just ordered a MS Surface Go 3 on sale today. I am planning to use it with an Icom 705 which I have not yet purchased but will very soon. I want to do Winlink and FT8 with this rig. I keep wanting to add 100 watts to this rig but waiting on an amp...a two year wait...sad Thanks for the video.
@OH8STN2 жыл бұрын
Here's something to keep you engaged while you wait for your Surface oh8stn.org/blog/2021/10/10/microsoft-surface-go-2-faq-ham-radio-laptop/
@brianfrommaumee Жыл бұрын
Julian, as always a great video. I think it's important to talk about the differences between the Surface Go 2 & Go 3. A lot of operators will be looking at the Go 3 since that's what Microsoft currently offers. But the Go 3 has a major flaw/issue; the battery life as compared to the Go 2 is awful. Microsoft really dropped the ball on what is otherwise a neat little package for off-grid use. I've used the Go 2 at work and tested it a good bit with the 705 on digital modes. Performance and battery life were actually pretty good - a solid 4 hours of continuous operation on a full charge (and this on a device that was already over a year old). Based on this experience I bought a Go 3 for my own use with the 705. At first the battery life was so bad (about 2.5 hours max) I thought I had a lemon, but in doing research I found out that Microsoft's claim of 'all day battery life' is wildly optimistic, and practical use time is measured at just a few hours even when running lightweight tasks like web surfing. Stories of Go 3 battery issues are all over the internet. My Go 3 is the Pentium Gold 6500Y version with 8 GB or RAM. The performance of this model tested out very close to the top end i3 model, but at a much lower price. Performance is actually very good, and I'd be delighted with it if it wasn't saddled with a lousy battery. My advice to your viewers - look for a good used example of the Go 2. You'll be much happier.
@3TQVK3 жыл бұрын
Such a great review, Shows the power of the presenter and there deep knowledge and unbiased view. Tied of reading shallow reports by uninformed goons. This radio is another game changer like the 7300 was. I have a MS Suface and an S7 so guess whats next. Thanks for the great show Pete VK3TQ / VK2LD
@sptvids2 жыл бұрын
Excellent :-)
@OH8STN2 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍
@gregorysmith30973 жыл бұрын
Another great video. I wish I had more experience as a ham and had the confidence to use QRP. Just not ready to go this route quite yet. Looks like the perfect setup for what you do.
@darenwunderle66773 жыл бұрын
Absolutely outstanding Sir!
@kedmark3 жыл бұрын
Most excellent, I strive to achieve your level of expertise in ham data modes, 73, Karl, KE3KWE
@Meatwad6503 жыл бұрын
I think an honest and fair review of this setup should include a mini-rant about how it's insane that you have to buy software that's delivered on a CD to do this. I have a Surface Pro and literally have zero CD drives around to use with it to install the software. This should be a free app on the ICOM website, or worst case something I can buy a license for online.
@corykd9mhb9773 жыл бұрын
What method did you use to get it from CD to the Surface Pro? KD9MHB
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
I searched right in the help of the Microsoft Surface on Windows 10. Upgrade to Windows 10 home. The instructions popped up
@pd1jap2 жыл бұрын
Nice setup. And a great channel 👍. I'd like to know: What are the specs of your Go2. it seems there are different type (processor and memory) EDIT: Excuse my stupid question, you did a great job in your Blogs. All my questions got answered there. You really went the extra Mile. Chapeau. Great Job. Excellent work.
@ManuelPinner Жыл бұрын
Your Dog is So Cute 🥰
@XyberFox3 жыл бұрын
I’m guessing you took the surface go 2 out of S mode so that you can install third party apps on it or are those apps certified to be install on win10 S mode.
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
You guess correctly my friend. It was a free upgrade to Windows 10 home addition.
@brentjohnson66543 жыл бұрын
I like the idea of the surface with a radio. I am not a windows fan but it appears to have the best options for control & functionality. I had already been wondering about a windows tablet to program my Anytone 878 DMR radio with. Thanks for the video. 73 de KI5HXM
@aggie18712 жыл бұрын
Love your videos very informative. Great radio and the surface go 2 paired together rocks! Thanks for doing these videos
@OH8STN2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Wendy 🙏👍 73 Julian oh8stn
@toddsternish3 жыл бұрын
I am closely watching the WoR project (windows on raspberry pi) and waiting for the WIFI drivers to become operational… it seems only a matter of time. Once that happens I feel like the raspberry pi hardware will be perfect for my setup. I agree that VARA is no joke and is a reason to switch from Linux. Great video, thanks for everything you do… 73 de KD2TJU
@k5wxp2211 ай бұрын
Hi Julian! Can't believe I am just now watching this video. Your setup is amazingly slick! 2 years after, do you still like the Surface, or have you moved on to another computer? Thanks for another informative and fun video! 73, Brett K5WXP
@paulcleary74372 жыл бұрын
that is a great explanation, glad i found this video and channel
@HamTechRadioScannerDrones3 жыл бұрын
Excellent
@tombaffa93743 жыл бұрын
Excellent, thank you!
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome! 73 Julian oh8stn
@Blake-jl8lh2 жыл бұрын
I see how this is more convenient and easier but it definitely is not cheaper than an 818? 818-$650 Filter-$169 Signal link-$134 Ic705-1350 Sure I left out some cables probably but it's not 500 dollars in cables. You still have a better radio and easier operation but it's certainly a lot more expensive
@OH8STN2 жыл бұрын
I agree it's certainly not cheaper. It is lighter, easier to pack, and takes less space. It's also 10 real watts TX or 5 real watts on internal battery. It doesn't have the 2.5w data limitation like the 81x does. It uses a fraction of the current consumption as an 81x and longer operating time using the internal battery. A battery which recharges in real-time. If I were worried about the budget, I'd get the x6100. There's absolutely no chance I would waste my money on the 81x anymore. It was a good rain for many years, but I wouldn't buy it today.
@Blake-jl8lh2 жыл бұрын
@@OH8STN can I ask if that comes from the perspective of just a digital mode operator or would you suggest avoiding it if someone wanted digital modes and wanted to do linear satellite where ssb uhf vhf is needed? I know that's outside your typical content, but say I wanted to do both would you recommend avoiding the 818? I'm very much on the fence right now
@OH8STN2 жыл бұрын
@@Blake-jl8lh it's kind of funny people tend to forget I was a satellite operator before I was in HF operator.😂 We're talkin about transponder satellites the 81x is still a valid radio. These days I used the 705 with an SDR for satellite work, but a 81x and SDR would do fine as well. As far as the perspective goes, I'm always trying to get the most value from the least amount of gear. If I were to spend 90% of my time using the radio traditionally and only 10% for satellite work, I would focus on the radio which does the 90% better than the 10%. At the end of the day, whatever radio I have I'm going to be happy with it. I absolutely loved operating. There certainly are better tools but I will love operating regardless of the tools I use.
@Blake-jl8lh2 жыл бұрын
@@OH8STN I did not know, I found your channel I'm the last couple of years and only just recently discovered satellite. (Love the videos btw) How do you like the 705 sdr combo? I guess we'll enough you use it over the 818 as I assume you still own both but use the 705
@OH8STN2 жыл бұрын
@@Blake-jl8lh thanks for the kindness. IMHO the 705/SDR or 81x/SDR combo are too bulky for my man/bike portable work, but nice otherwise. For working the FM bird's-eye use the Kenwood tmd-700 with full duplex RX/TX TX/RX . It lacks SSB, but is a one rig cost effective solution for LEO sats.
@Matt617022 жыл бұрын
Julian, have you looked at wfview software? May be interesting alternative to the iCon software to explore for the channel. Not only does wfview support Windows, Mac OS, and Linux… it is free and open source!
@OH8STN2 жыл бұрын
I've tasted thanks. It's good for many things but not VaraHF or varafm for winlink. If that improves, I'll make the switch. 73 Julian oh8stn
@AI3W-Rick Жыл бұрын
Have you explored using the free wsview in lieu of the rs-ba1 Icom v2 software? I’d also love a more detailed video showing your wiring for the radio and surface and solar. I’m exploring how to do that with my 12aH LiFePo4, Surface Go 1, and 60W solar to be used in the field. Thanks de AI3W, Rick
@OH8STN Жыл бұрын
Wsview has latency problems I couldn't reconcile. Ultimately it was easier and more fruitful for me to use the RS-BAT1v2 and Ivom remote utility. Regarding the solar with the surface, we're just coming out of the dark season. Give me a month or so, and I'll publish an excellent video on the Surface, PF 60w panel, and LiFePO4 battery.
@Linas_LY2H3 жыл бұрын
Very informative, thanks! I will definetely try now something similar with my ‘705 and my mini laptop Win10 PC! Just one thing, I’ve tried the GPS2time and it was not running well on my setup. So now I use the BktTimeSync by IZ2BKT and it runs flawless! 73! Stay safe! Linas LY2H
@davidmanley76712 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@davidmanley76712 жыл бұрын
Just left Chameleon Antennas in Sparks NV, went in for 1 thing, came out with a armada of gear😂 Have a duplicate of your setup in the video now. Thanks for all the awesome videos!
@DaveW6OOD3 жыл бұрын
Hey Julian, did I just see one of those lab599 TX500 compatible amp/tuners in a desktop shot sitting under the 705? Do you plan to do a review? How much money? etc...
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
Yes you did. They are from diy599.com about 600 bucks plus shipping.
@DaveW6OOD3 жыл бұрын
I like the coming battery option and the amp/tuner but the battery will probably be more useful due to my focus on resonant antennas and cw mode learning for this machine. Plus, when I figure out how to use my PAX100 used for my G90, I’ll have a 100w PA option for the TX-500. It’s nice to drool though.
@barkermjb2 жыл бұрын
Excellent review
@bloopero3 жыл бұрын
Great vid, buddy,
@davidpearson25813 жыл бұрын
Currently running a Flex 1500 / PowerSDR on my Surface Pro 3. I will have to try out the power adapter.
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
The Flex rigs seems very nice. Have not had one yet, but perhaps some day. Here is a blog post I wrote about the adapter. oh8stn.org/blog/2021/04/19/powerfilm-lightsaver-max-microsoft-surface-charging-off-grid/
@StefanManjakov2 жыл бұрын
I was using a mcHF SDR trasncever for years, using just one USB connector for Audio and CAT.
@banihex3 жыл бұрын
Closed Captioning please! :) 73 and Thank you!
@kenrnet6706 Жыл бұрын
I'm a little slow making the change, but finally at the point of transition. Regarding the Icom remote Utility , I'm a bit surprised to see they still use CDs, and not a download option. Which brings me to my question, perhaps I should know... how do you load the software on the Surface Go given the CD only option? Thanks for your instructions - you always "Tell me all about it" ;)
@OH8STN Жыл бұрын
I purchased a downloadable version from ebay. But even if that didn't exist at the time, I have a portable CD writer I sometimes use to read my old CDs. It's ridiculous that Icom doesn't have a downloadable option.
@cameronmelvin96403 жыл бұрын
Love your videos Julian. They’ve inspired me to find was to make my station more effective while in the field. So question regarding the 705 and required software. Have you tried the WFviewer in place of the ICom software? Everything I’ve seen, read and watched claims its capable of running the wireless data modes on the 705 without the hefty price tag of the icom software. Thanks again for all you’re doing.
@FormalPluto3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video, the setup looks very cool. Any particular reason why you went with the Surface Go 2 rather than a rugged tablet (like the Dell Latitude 12 7220 Rugged Extreme), other than maybe cost?
@OH8STN3 жыл бұрын
Simple reasons. I wanted to be able to charge it with USB C PD. I needed extremely low current consumption. The weight was also a consideration. Finally, I wanted it to be as thin as possible. Those rugged latitudes are pretty freaking amazing though. I might pull the trigger on one later for overlanding the car
@FormalPluto3 жыл бұрын
@@OH8STN Thank you for the reply, that makes sense.