The LDG Z-817 is an automatic tuner intended for use with the Yaesu FT-817/818 QRP transceiver. It interfaces with the transceiver through its CAT port, providing full control of the tuning cycle. An included CAT/Power cable interfaces with your FT-817/818. This makes it an integrated tuner powered by the interface; no extra power cables are needed. Just press the tune button on the tuner and the mode is set to carrier, the RF power is reduced, a tune cycle runs and the radio is returned to the original settings. A CAT pass through port is provided for computer control.
Like most LDG tuners the Z-817 operates automatically, beginning a tuning cycle whenever the user presses the tune button on the tuner. It also features LDGs advanced memory tuning, providing 2,000 memory locations; when tuning near a previously used frequency it will recall the settings for nearly instant tuning. It learns your favorite frequencies and bands as you use it. You can also start a tuning cycle manually whenever necessary.
All LDG tuners come with a two year fully transferable warranty, and LDGs legendary customer service.
Posted by Steve on 24th Oct 2015
I received this all the way from Paris, Texas sooner than I expected--GREAT service by MTC!
Works perfectly with the FT-817ND for that super-quick setup right out of my manpack and into a midget end-fed--three minutes and I'm on the air--either from a hotel room or camping in the woods--which is exactly what I wanted.
Really satisfied guys--thanks again for the excellent service!
73,
de W6SJP -- Steve
Posted by John on 23rd Mar 2015
A well made,simple to operate tuner for the Yaesu Ft-817. Once set up,just a quick push of the button,the tuner does the rest.I would recommend using either lithium or nihm bstteries in the unit.I've had nothing but bad luck with regular and alkaline batteries,and for the little extra cost of better technology,its worth it. I would buy another one of these tuners without regret or hesitation.