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KB2LJJ Radio Mods Database and Manuals
03/05/2008 08.24.31
http://www.kb2ljj.com/data/yaesu/ft-817.htm
The following Yaesu FT-817 frequency expansion modification is identical to the version provided by
the manufacturer for MARS/CAP application.
1.
Remove any power or battery from the Radio.
2.
Remove the 14 screws holding the top and bottom covers to the radio.
3.
Remove the battery cover latch.
4.
Remove the covers.
5.
Remove the BNC retaining nut.
6.
Carefully lift the 4 plastic tabs holding the front panel to the chassis and slightly move the front
panel forward.
7.
Disconnect the ribbon cable that connects the chassis and the front panel.
8.
Remove the jumper at location on Front Panel (J4005)
9.
Press and hold the "VFO/MR" key and the "F" key while turning on the radio.
10.
Reassemble the radio.
Note:
The manufacturer states that "this modification opens up transmit coverage for MARS/CAP
ONLY!" Other published modifications also have the user bridge the "first four jumpers". The difference
between the two modification schemes has not been tested by the author.
Proceed at your own risk.
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