Operating analog and c4fm is the fusion of modes on same repeater latest generation of yaesus analog and digital c4fm protocol. However, repeater traffic is generally low throughout the day outside of commuter hours. Works over greater distance, using lower power then analog. Working with others hts and ftm400 have track back. A common example of a global ip address is one provided to you by your dsl, cable, or fiber. This group is dedicated to the discussion of the yaesu fusion digital mode. The stuff that matters popular modes what do hams need. In addition a group focusing on the yaesu system fusion technology has been created.
It utilizes a customized yet open standard that utilizes c4fm fdma an advanced form of audio frequency shift keying afsk. The obvious answer, if it were a viable choice, would be to use a digital hotspot but yaesu doesnt allow. For like the first year after the system was released, they offered the repeaters at like half price, but it had to be a club repeater and you were limited to one i believe. The one thing that this did though was make a major influx of yaesu system fusion repeaters. System fusion is a digital communications mode for voice and data, including pictures.
Hts and mobile radios display range, bearing and call sign of other party. Yaesu dr2xthe yaesu dr2x is a dual mode repeater operating in yaesu dr2xthe yaesu dr2x is a dual mode repeater operating in digital c4fm or analog fm that covers the vhf and uhf amateur radio bands. Fusion radio tips and tricks this document contains a number helpful hints and tricks for use with your yaesu fusion radios. This is a presentation i delivered to a couple amateur radio clubs in northern chicagoland.
Setting up a wiresx node station and why you would want to. It was introduced about a year ago as an addition to the range of system fusion transceivers. Yaesu system fusion everything ham radio a ham radio blog. The only difference is that it offers one additional. Fusion net list a listing of popular fusionbased nets about fusion nets this document attempts to provide a current list of popular fusion nets. All fusion capable radios are just normal ham radios with a couple of extra features. I have a node linked to one of the repeaters and it gets used more than the others. This, along with the ftm3200de 144mhz single band and ftm3207de 432mhz single band was introduced as a lowercost entry.
While yaesu developed system fusion and continues to expand the product line further, they took steps early on to publish the specifications. Jan 10, 2016 with system fusion, they went a different route. The good, the bad, and the ugly something for nothing. Yaesu system fusion 101 november 2017 first of all let me remind everyone that yaesu system fusion digital is different from dmr. System fusion joins digital and conventional fm communica tion into a single multiple function system. Please note, as with any mods carried out its done at your own risk. System fusion is not compatible with dstar gmsk format only when using c4fm digital direct communication not through a repeater system fusion joins digital and conventional fm communication into a single multiple function system. A comparison of amateur radio digital voice systems. Yaesu system fusion official public group facebook.
It utilizes a customized, yet open, c4fm fdma standard. You are looking at a ag6if built 2 meter ham radio antenna. Fusion nets that are generally accessible by a large number of fusion users. The new yaesu system fusion leads the way for future ham ra dio digital systems. Fdma is the same mode that is used in p25 phase 1 by public service groups.
The new dr2x comes with new exciting features, such as dual receive operation, digital group id feature, and imrs feature internetlinked multisite repeater system. In 20, yaesu introduced system fusion, which quickly became the dominating digital format in amateur radio because of quality, reliability and enhanced. Wiresx is part of yaesus system fusion and is a closed internet linking system. Note the above chassis mod is done at your own risk i will not be held. What is system fusion ii the next generation of yaesu. Challenges to fusion s adoption like dstar, there is only one vendor supplying c4fm fusion radios today yaesu unless others start making compatible and competitive radios, the technology can only go.
System fusion repeater installation and upgrade program first and foremost, yaesu would like to thank you for your active interest in our system fusion digital line of products. Regardless, fusion is yaesu and i suspect work on it started while yaesu was still part of vertex. Yaesu system fusion webinar archives audio only yaesu system fusion webinar 20150915. System fusion joins digital and conventional fm communication into a single multiple function system. System fusion is yaesu s implementation of digital amateur radio, utilizing c4fm 4level fsk technology to transmit digital voice and data over the amateur radio bands. Click on the pdf and it should open in a new window. System fusion frequently asked questions rev 20160120 what is system fusion. Scribd is the worlds largest social reading and publishing site. System fusion is yaesus implementation of digital amateur radio, utilizing c4fm 4level fsk technology to transmit digital voice and data over the amateur radio bands. Can clubs still purchase the system fusion at the special price and if so, what is the link. You mentioned that system fusion is an open standard, but isnt it just proprietary to yaesu. Fcs00190, fcs00290, and fcs00039 all americas link access fusion node. The new yaesu system fusion is the future of ham radio digital systems. Jan 06, 2016 regardless, fusion is yaesu and i suspect work on it started while yaesu was still part of vertex.
The ftm400 came out fall of 20, so maybe they could have developed fusion and designed, certified and began manufacturing equipment in 18 months, but that seems pretty quick. Thanks to chuck k0ork, dewey wb7oev, dennis kd0zpf, and matt ke0caa for contributions to this fusion tip sheet. Aug 14, 2017 a system fusion ii is the next generation of yaesu system fusion in which more features, technology, and radios have been added to the product line. So dallas now has 2 fusion repeaters with good coverage.
In the early 2000s gmsk emerged in the amateur radio market as the dominant digital mode, however in 20 yaesu introduced system fusion which quickly became the. Rigs auto can sense and switch to match incoming signal mode. This means that those interested in developing hardware. Will you be recording this webinar for viewing by those who could not join in tonight. Jan 09, 2018 system fusion repeater installation and upgrade program first and foremost, yaesu would like to thank you for your active interest in our system fusion digital line of products. Select the frequency you want to use select the mode fm analog dn digital narrow vw voice wide press ptt and start talking that is all there is to it. Yaesu fusion aarc sponsors a yaesu fusion repeater operating in the 2m part of the band. System fusion repeater installation and upgrade program. Hope this introduction to system fusion helps explain this great new digital voice mode to you. System fusion is not compatible with dstar gmsk format only when using c4fm digital direct communication not through a repeat er system fusion joins digital and conventional fm communica tion into a single multiple function system. Yaesu system fusion integration of digital and conventional analog fm presented by.
Feb 17, 2017 this is a presentation i delivered to a couple amateur radio clubs in northern chicagoland. A system fusion ii is the next generation of yaesu system fusion in which more features, technology, and radios have been added to the product line. Challenges to fusion s adoption like dstar, there is only one vendor supplying c4fm fusion radios today yaesu unless others start making compatible and competitive radios, the technology can only go so far unclear if a similar homebrew community similar to what dstar will happen like satoshi. Yaesu fusion radios support aprs automatic amateur position reporting radio system group monitor mode picture messaging text messaging using t9 9 numeric pad to text standard on screen smart navigation functionsbacktrack function wiresx widecoverage internet repeater enhancement system. You are now transmitting and receiving in digital mode assuming you didnt select fm. System fusion is a digital communications methodology for voice and data communications, including pictures. Yaesus made a good case for you to choose their ft70dr, a 5 w handheld for 2 meters and 70 centimeters that gives you access to c4fm system fusion digital, as well as traditional. Challenges to fusions adoption like dstar, there is only one vendor supplying c4fm fusion radios today yaesu unless others start making compatible and competitive radios, the technology can only go so far unclear if a similar homebrew community similar to what dstar will happen like satoshi. The new yaesu system fusion leads the way for future ham radio digital systems. January 22nd 20 system fusion repeater installation. Hri 200 since you already have at least one fusion radio and probably have a windows pc. Fusion performance a digital communications guide for amateur radio operators, yaesu p25 radio systems, daniels electronics utah vhf society.
Dec 11, 2019 kc4zmz yaesu system fusion presentation. It is part of the next generation of digital for use with yaesu system fusion ii. Mar 29, 2020 a little background about wiresx setups. A fusion capable radio functions just like any other ham radio you have used. C4fm stands for continuous four level frequency modulation, which is a special type of 4fsk, which is used in conjunction with fdma frequency division multiple access. This includes the new dr2x repeater, ft70d portable, the soon to be released ftm3207, the digital group dg and digital personal dp id features, and the internetlinked multiple. Many people have been asking me if i have the mars mod for the yaesu ftm7250d so here it is below, enjoy. C4fm over view c4fm rigs operate in fm, fm auto dn, and vw modes. This program allows for the purchase of an analogdigital yaesu system fusion repeater for a discounted price. By using the revolutionary system fusion, the user no longer needs to choose between digital or analog fm. The program is based upon the following requirements. Other digital devices like the openspot, dvmega, and pistar are not permitted. View the brochure for ft70dr view the manual for ft70dr the new ft70dr is a compact and very attractively priced yaesu system fusion transceiver providing both conventional analog fm operation and the advanced c4fm digital mode.