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FT-817 Installation, No Amplifier
If using the FT-817 radio “barefoot” (no external amplifier), connect the ANT output of the
FT-817 radio to the TX input on the rear of the Z-817H. Then connect the antenna feedline to the
ANT jack on the Z-817H. Finally, connect the supplied CAT radio interface cable from the 8-pin
mini-DIN jack marked “Radio” on the rear of the Z-817H to the jack marked “ACC” on the rear
of the FT-817.
Grounding the Z-817H tuner will enhance its performance and safety. LDG recommends that
you connect your tuner to a suitable ground; a common ground rod connected to buried radials is
preferred, but a single ground rod, a cold water pipe, or the screw that holds the cover on an AC
outlet can provide a serviceable ground. LDG strongly recommends the use of a properly
installed, high quality lightning arrestor, such as the LDG SP-200, on all antenna cables.
Once the cables are all hooked up, turn on the FT-817 radio, then press and hold the “F”
button on the front panel for one second, to enter the extended menu. Rotate the SEL knob until
menu # 14, “CAT RATE” is showing. Rotate the tuning dial until “38400” is displayed. Now
press and hold the “F” button again to resume normal operation.
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