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The Yaesu FTX-1: The Complete Guide
Every FTX-1 post on QSO Journey in one place: the overview, setup guides, field ops, digital modes, operating skills, and maintenance.
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Packing an FTX-1 Go-Bag: What I Actually Carry
My grab-and-go FTX-1 bag, built for showing up ready whether that’s an EmComm callout or a last-minute activation.
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What’s Wrong With Amateur Radio Clubs in 2026
Amateur radio sits at the intersection of electronics, software, emergency communications, and pure experimentation. So why do so many local clubs feel like they’re actively working to drive newcomers away?
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Weekly Nets Are Stuck in the Past, and They’re Not Preparing Anyone for SHTF
Most weekly nets have become a comfortable check-in ritual that teaches nothing and tests nothing. Here’s why that’s a problem for preparedness-minded hams.
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Troubleshooting Common FTX-1 Digital Mode Audio Issues
The digital mode audio problems that come up most with the FTX-1, and the order I actually check things in to fix them fast.
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GridTracker and the FTX-1: Logging FT8 Contacts Automatically
How I connect GridTracker to the FTX-1 through WSJT-X so FT8 contacts get logged, mapped, and routed to QSL services without manual entry.
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Backing Up and Cloning FTX-1 Settings Between Radios
Why I back up my FTX-1 configuration regularly, and how to clone settings between a Field Head and a second unit without starting from scratch.
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FTX-1 CAT Control Setup with Ham Radio Deluxe
Getting the FTX-1 talking to Ham Radio Deluxe over CAT control, including the driver, port settings, and rig file that actually work.