This is one of the better videos on this radio. This might make a nice second HF rig for the office.

Thanks for a nice video, looking forward to the new video about digi modes. I just got mine about a month ago, and I'm really happy with it so far, having made around 600 QSO's with it from many SOTA and WWFF references. The new firmware has a very handy function; SWR graphing over 1.2 to 6 MHz spans, which is very handy in the field. Apparently a new one will arrive this fall with band scope functionality.

Good review video Eric !! Yea... Watch out for Tony... he loves our 817's ! I wouldn't be surprised if he's got a stash of them in his bedroom closet 😀 !! Tnx for the Vero Beach FB info. Will def sign up and might pay you guys a visit one Sunday. 73 de N4BRM

Nice demo. Looks like a fun little radio. The 20 watts is a good selling point for some people. Barry, KU3X/QRP

Great video and I know a couple of chaps would be very interested in seeing one over here in the UK. I too am fairly new to HAM and an M6 licence holder, so my 817ND is the love of my life at the moment. Many Thanks M6KVK (Gary)

@BennyCFD

5 жыл бұрын

With the 817 you also have VHF and UHF.

Great video! I have a X108G, and yes, an Icom HM-151 mic works fine. I set the CMP to 2:1, and always get good reports, followed by "Its a what?". The newest firmware contains a SWR plot graph as well. Pretty neat little radio.

@HamRadioConcepts

7 жыл бұрын

Which is the newest firmware you are running? My serial starts 1**** but cant get any info to which one i need. This is the outdoor version but Nobody online shows the SWR function. Video as soon as i get this info :)

@97irishflyer

7 жыл бұрын

HamRadioConcepts My firmware is 1.00.4, dated December 2016. The option for swr appears on the menu page with sql. Its fairly accurate, enough for field use.

@97irishflyer

7 жыл бұрын

HamRadioConcepts Another thing not mentioned, the X108G only draws about 600ma on RX, so not too bad.

Thanks for the video. I'm new to HamRadio and I am looking at a radio in this price range. 73

@BruceInFlorida

7 жыл бұрын

george A. Welcome to Ham Radio !! You found a good site here to watch and learn all about everything from A to Z. Eric works hard at producing quality videos. You might want to scroll back thru his past videos as well. Lots of good info. Do you have your license yet? Callsign? 73 de N4BRM, Bruce in SW FL.

Also It now has FM mode one of the features You mentioned that wasn't on your current Model!

Nice video I think it would be interesting for low power qrp operations or a compact radio for HF in a cramped space car even if using a single antenna tuned to favorite Mobil band. Though the price should besides much lower if buying used at a hamfest in couple years it may be worth $200 . TY

This is a great review... Thanks for posting!

Hello: Do you have any preference between the indoor version and the outdoor? Why? Thanks, 8P6RC

Comment on the power connection. It isn't radio standard but it is common. It's called a mini Tamiya connector, commonly used in things like R/C cars. Fairly cheap and readily available.

enjoyed your video

Do you plan on using the Solar Battery Charge Controller from KI0BK in your new go box?

Thanks for the informative video. Does the 108G cover 6 meters?

@tomkeady1750

6 жыл бұрын

Re-watched and found my answer. Again great video

If you've not already, do the firmware update. Add's antenna analyzer.

Hello, I am using tbe same cable comnection as yours. RX & TX audio are fine. However, JTDX just works for frequency change by setting as IC7000 in CAT mode but not work for thr PTT. May I have any idea to solve this issue? Thank you.

Do you think running this thing with a full 20 watts on FT-8 would burn out the finals?

TS is "Tuning Step" like most radios.

10 meter am, yes.

Hello Eric: I'm looking for a not so power hungry computer to run digital modes including Pactor 4. Do you know of one that's good for running QRP. Thanks in advance. 8P6RC

@timothyfidler2088

5 жыл бұрын

Rasberry pie running Debian Linux and X windows as long as you can get the software for it. basic load is about 5W Will run various sorts of mini displays.

TS most likely is Tuning Speed, that's what it stands for on other radios.

@bigcbradio

Жыл бұрын

tuning step?

I have a Yaesu FT-817 radio. The Radio is a great back packer radio and uses AA batteries or a external 12 gel battery. I haven't tried this Chinese radio, but the Yaesu is proven to be tough and dependable.

@HamRadioConcepts

7 жыл бұрын

Yes I have my FT-817 in a lot of my videos lately.. But this one has some good functionality. Eham shows pretty good reviews on it.

Similar looking display to my old icom. Ic. 7000

There is a new firmware update available this month (Aug, 2017) just haven't found it online yet. Lee, WA8QFE

@dbailey3024

5 жыл бұрын

where is the best place to get up to date firmware ?

TS = Tuning Step

It's sold by MFJ enterprises, they Got the Rights to market and Sell and warranty this Radio!

any idea on how to bring up the brightness more? with out the menu

@MidlifeRenaissanceMan

Жыл бұрын

Not available. Fixed brightness afaik. At least it is on mine

Good Video Eric...... I cant find your Facebook page when I do a search. do you have a link? Tnx Greg WA3GM

@jfranke3

7 жыл бұрын

facebook.com/hamradioconcepts/

Good video, how true is the band width settings do you know? 2.3 khz is very narrow and 6.0 is very wide. Anyone have input?

@MidlifeRenaissanceMan

Жыл бұрын

The CW filter is pretty narrow. 2.3KHz for SSB is reasonably tight. The 6KHz is designed for AM and again is reasonably tight for the mode. The filters default to the mode, though you can use the filter feature to change to a wider (or narrower) filter 80% of the time I’m on CW so the filter works sweet. I’ll open up to 8KHz for digital

I bought an FT-891 as my first HF instead of this. I think I should have bought this one.

@SayHelloToWilko

7 жыл бұрын

Can you share what you don't like about the FT-891 (given that is a mobile rig at a quite moderate price point)?

@hotforrobot

7 жыл бұрын

I also picked up a FT-891 for my first HF rig. I think it's a better choice if you can afford it. Compact and full of features. It's nice to have 100W at times. Menu system was challenging at first, but a few hours of use helped me understand the logic of it. There are also a few cons for me. The spectrum display function is useless. The lack of an internal ATU is sort of a pain if you operate portable. Also, not good for backpacking if looking for light weight. I use it car portable with 20lbs of battery. I think the X108G would make a great hiking radio. A small lithium pack, wire dipole, and you're set.

@pennjennings4144

7 жыл бұрын

I think that you did he right thing. The FT-891 is only $629 right now at HRO and Yaesu actually supports the Hobby. Companies like this make cheap products but they don't do anything for the hobby, they don't support clubs, DX, swaps or anything else in general.... Plus the FT-891 is 100 watts, in SSB in bad band conditions that can be a big deal.

I like the radio but why do you need half watt increments in the power setting. This comment was entered on 9/26/2019. This is a cool radio but you can get a FT-891 at DX Engineering for like around $ 560. Same size but 1 to 100 watts and more menu functions.

Will this go on 37 MHz

Eric I found it....Greg WA3GM

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Жаль что этот трансивер больше не изготавливают

Where is the antenna analyzer in the menu? It should be on the last page.

@HamRadioConcepts

5 жыл бұрын

depends on the firmware version

@RosssRoyce

5 жыл бұрын

HamRadioConcepts thnx!

Baoefeng Hf

Xiegu, sounds like some sort of intestinal disorder.

@thefungusshow2535

5 жыл бұрын

I had a bad case of Xiegu after eating undercooked chicken.

20m = LSB ??:? don't fink so !

Radio is still too much $

Too much money with no FM, no 50 MHz either.

WARNING!!! This rig has no high/infinite SWR protection. Do NOT use with auto-tuner!! Auto-tuners take a couple of seconds to resonate. Unprotected final PA transistors can smoke in a fraction of a second. Warranty ends after only one year and there are no PA modules or qualified techs in North America to repair. Shipping back to China takes weeks/months and you must speak Mandarin to communicate with them. Repairs and shipping will be about the cost of a new transceiver. USA distributor does not honor warranty -- only the manufacturer. However, if you don't use an auto-tuner you'll probably be okay. Use only a resonate antenna or manual tuner. With manual tuner, tune RX for maximum noise before transmitting on lowest power setting.

@timothyfidler2088

5 жыл бұрын

Vry conservative there. It uses the RD16HH Mosfets from Renesas ie Mitsub. They will essentiallly take infinite VSWR for a few seconds AS LONG as the VCC is no more than 14V. IN addition the schematic shows a 4.5 ohm resistor paralleled with an inductor on the supply line in an attempt to protect Mosfets against excursions. IN Sum.. it appears to be well engineered but not at the Apollo radio systems level. As for PA modules you talk of that is BS. They are discrete components and cost as of time of writing $5.5 USD from Ham radio on line places within Conus.

thanks - but you ramble an awful lot....................

Oh god more chinese garbadge