New CatTouch
For FT-991/A, FT-DX10, FT-DX101D/MP, FTdx1200, FTdx3000 & FTdx5000
In stock & shipping now!

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The original CatDisplay For Yaesu FT-817, FT-818, FT-857, FT-897 & FT-100/D
In stock & shipping now!

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CatDisplay232
For Yaesu FT-450, FT-950, FT-991/A, FT-2000, FT-DX10, FT-DX101D/MP, FT-DX1200, FT-DX3000, FT-DX5000 & FT-DX9000
In stock & shipping now!

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CatMeters
For Yaesu FT-450, FT-950, FT-991/A, FT-2000, FT-DX10, FT-DX101D/MP, FT-DX1200, FT-DX3000, FT-DX5000 & FT-DX9000
In stock & shipping now!

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2ndCat
External adapter adds 2nd CAT port for Yaesu FT-857 & FT-897

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CatKnobz
For Yaesu FT-450, FT-950, FT-991/A, FT-2000, FT-DX10, FT-DX101D/MP, FT-DX1200, FT-DX3000, FT-DX5000 & FT-DX9000
DISCONTINUED - New version 2023

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New CatTouch

== New product in Development ==
For FT-991/A, FT-DX10, FT-DX101D/MP, FTdx1200, FTdx3000 & FTdx5000

Easy to use - no user manual - see notes below

Easy set up - set RS232 CAT > 19200 & apply 13.8V

Easy to update via SD card

Scroll down & read my notes before you order

Click here & watch video before ordering!


Latest FAQs can be found here

All meters have pedestal bar graph

Easy to read indicators down the side

Displays transceiver local time & Zulu (GMT/UTC)

Zulu can be changed +/- 14 hours in 15 minute incrtements

Number in ALC meter is MIC GAIN setting

Number in CMP meter is PROC LEVEL setting

IF plot shows shift, width, APF, notch, and contour settings

Voltage shown is CatTouch voltage & can be adjusted

Votmeter is great for SOTA / POTA / feild day battery monitoring

Touch any bottom TAB to change screens

Displays parametric microphone equalizer based on transceiver settings

Touch screen changes frequency & level for each band

Changing Q on transceiver updates bell curve/s

TX bandwidth for selected mode shown in red

Mode automatically updated by transceiver - can also be selected

Automatically shows PARA or PPARA based on transceiver MIC EQ setting

Current PARA or PPARA settings can be saved or loaded from internal EEPROM or SD card

Loading updates the current PARA or PPARA transceiver setting

Settings are stored in plain text files named meq1 ~ meq5

CatTouch could be used to transfer these settings between compatible transceivers

These tiny files are plain text making them easy to email

FTdx10 is only model with Speaker Equalizer
- Touch screen changes level for base/mid/treble
- Touching SSB,AM,Etc shows correct EQ for chosen mode

FT991/A, FTdx101D/MP, FTdx1200, FTdx3000 & FTdx5000 do not have SPK EQ
- Equalizer straight line for these models
- FT991/991A not showing SSB correctly, all other models work great

Red lines show LCUT & HCUT freq / slope for current mode

Mode automatically updated by transceiver - can also be selected

Works with all models that have an internal clock

Reads the clock from the transceiver

Local is current transceiver time

Zulu / UTC offset is adjustable via offset on INF screen

If no transceiver plugged in, time starts from 00:00:00

Clock is great for SOTA / POTA / feild day log book entries

2.4GHz WiFi channel scanner

Ideal to find least congested channel

Preliminary tested with FTdx10

Still very much a work in progress

Shows firmware version, etc

Simple buttons to change default settings

Calibrate Touchscreen

Flip Screen to sit CatTouch on top of rig

Zulu time offset in 15 min increments

232C rate can be 4800, 9600, 19200 or 38400

CatTouch voltmeter -/+ adjustment in 0.1V increments

Save changes permanently stores changed settings

Pops up to calibrate the touch screen

Touch as close as possible to the arrow point

Use the provided stylus & be as accurate as practical

When you touch the last corner, settings are saved & CatTouch continues

If wrong area touched by mistake, re-install firmware to start again

Slide show 480x320 JPG images on SD Card

Great for displaying awards

Display filenames ending ".jpg" or ".JPG"

Centers images on display, does not scale

Does not support every JPG type - restarts if problem

Slide interval is fixed 10 seconds

On/Off button for external DC power

On/Off not used for POS (Power Over Serial) or Micro B USB

Easy power connection via 2.1mm jack or screw terminals

To update Firmware, download latest version at bottom of page
Click here & watch video

Unzip the file & copy CatTouch.fw to FAT32 format SD card

The firmware patch must be in root folder like D:\CatTouch.fw

Unmount or Eject SD card from your computer to close file

Turn off CatTouch & unplug from Transceiver CAT port

Insert the card into CatTouch & turn it on

CatTouch will find new firmware and update quickly

Once new firmware installed, Calibrate Touch screen shows

Touch the arrows when prompted. Only touch 4 arrow points

If you touch wrong area, touchscreen will not work.
Resinstall firmware to start again

Specifications

• Display: 4.0" TFT Resistive Touchscreen
• CAT Connection: RJ45 (CISCO console cable compatible)
• CAT Speed: 4800, 9600, 19200 (default) & 38400
• Power Source: 2.1mm DC jack, screw terminals or POS from CatKnobz
• Operating Voltage: 7V to 30V DC @ 120mA or 5V via Micro B USB
• POS (Power Over Serial): YES (DB9F: +V Pin 7 & 8; GND Pin 5 & Shell)
• DC Connections: 2.1mm Jack (center +); screw terminals; Micro B USB
• Micro B USB: Used for power, monitoring CAT commands & development
• SD Card: SDSC or SDHC; 2GB/4GB/8GB/16GB; FAT16 or FAT32 format only
• Local Time: Updated from transceiver clock settings
• Zulu/GMT/UTC Time: User definable -14 to +14 hours; 15 minute intervals
• Voltmeter: Measures CatTouch DC; 0.1V resolution; updates every 10 seconds
• Compatibility: FT-991/A, FT-DX10, FT-DX101D/MP, FTdx1200, FTdx3000 & FTdx5000
• Case Construction: 3D printed biodegradable PLA; Not suitable for direct sunlight
• Size (WxHxD), Weight: 120mm x 70mm x 90mm; 180g
• Includes: 1.5m CAT cable; Touch screen stylus

Downloads

CatTouch Firmware v1.88 released 31/01/2023
CatTouch Case STL
CatTouch CAT Cable wiring

CatMeters

For FT-450, FT-950, FT-991, FT-2000, FT-DX10, FT-DX101,FT-DX1200, FT-DX3000, FT-DX5000, FT-DX9000
Click here to see it working

Instantly see settings

6 easy to read analog meters

Easy to read indicators down the middle

Contour, APF, Notch, Shift & Width indicators

Displays date & time on compatible transceivers

Sold assembled & tested with CAT cable

Compact, easy to install, easy to use

Monitor ALC, COMP, SWR, W & A while you TX!

Handmade in New Zealand

Works with CatKnobz

Biodegradable PLA 3D printed case

Not suitable for direct sunlight or hot cars

Meters are indicative only & not calibrated

Does not work with CatDisplay232

With Analog S-Meter output
Click here to see it working

CatMeters with FTDX10

Specifications

Size (WxHxD):100mm x 65mm x 29mm

Weight:120g

Display:3.5" TFT

CAT Connection:RG45

CAT Speed:19200 (default) or 38400

CAT Powered:NO

Power Source:2.1mm DC jack or CatKnobz

DC Connection:2.1mm Jack, center positive

Operating Voltage:7V to 30V DC via 2.1mm Jack or CatKnobz

Operating Current:150mA

Tested with FT-991A, FTDX10 & FTDX101. Not all models supported all features

CatMeters screen
CatDisplay232, FT991A & CatKnobz - CatMeters & FTDX10
Support flipped or inverted screen

Downloads

CatMeters Instructions
CatMeters Case STL

The original CatDisplay

For FT-817/ND, FT-818ND, FT-857/D, FT-897/D, FT-100/D
Click here to see it working

Instantly see most settings

Ideal for the visually impaired

Makes transceivers easier to use

Compact, easy to install, easy to use

Helps with faulty displays missing lines

Handmade in New Zealand

Biodegradable PLA 3D printed case

Not suitable for direct sunlight or hot cars

S-Meter is indicative for HF only

Meters are indicators only and not calibrated

Supports Analog S-Meter output
Click here to see it working

CatDisplay with FT-818ND

Specifications

Size (WxHxD):100mm x 65mm x 29mm

Weight:120g

Display:3.5" TFT

CAT Connection:Mini-Din 8

CAT Speed:Automatic (4800, 9600, 38400); FT100/D is fixed 4800

Power Source:CAT or 2.1mm DC jack

DC Connection:2.1mm Jack, center positive

Operating Voltage:5V via CAT or 7V to 30V DC via 2.1mm Jack

Operating Current:150mA

CatDisplay with FT-897
CatDisplay for FT-857 or FT-897
CatDisplay for FT100
CatDisplay connected to FT-897D via 2nd CAT port Click here for a great bundle deal!
All models support flip or inverted screen

Downloads

CatDisplay FT-817/818/857/897 Instructions
CatDisplay FT-857/897 Screens
CatDisplay FT-100/100D Instructions
Older CatDisplay (slide switch) 3D STL Files
Latest CatDisplay (push button) 3D STL Files

CatDisplay232

For FT-450, FT-950, FT-991, FT-2000, FT-DX10, FT-DX101,FT-DX1200, FT-DX3000, FT-DX5000, FT-DX9000
Click here to see it working

Less use of menus

Instantly see most settings

Ideal for the visually impaired

Makes transceivers easier to use

Contour, APF, Notch, Shift & Width

Monitor ALC, WATTS & SWR while you TX

Compact, easy to install, easy to use

Works with CatKnobz

Does not work with CatMeters

S-Meter is indicative for HF only

Biodegradable PLA 3D printed case

Not suitable for direct sunlight or hot cars

Handmade in New Zealand

Meters are indicators only and not calibrated

Supports Analog S-Meter output
Click here to see it working

CatDisplay232

Specifications

Size (WxHxD):100mm x 65mm x 29mm

Weight:120g

Display:3.5" TFT

CAT Connection:RG45

CAT Speed:19200 (default) or 38400

CAT Powered:NO

Power Source:2.1mm DC jack

DC Connection:2.1mm Jack, center positive

Operating Voltage:7V to 30V DC via 2.1mm Jack

Operating Current:150mA

Indicators work with FT-991A, some are not supported by other models

CatDisplay232 screen
CatDisplay232 with FT-991A Click here for a great bundle deal!
CatDisplay232 with CatKnobz & FT-991A FT991 bracket by Mike K0MTB Click here to download 3D bracket design
Support flipped or inverted screen

Downloads

CatDisplay232 Instructions
CatDisplay232 Screen
CatDisplay232 Compatibility
CatDisplay Case STL (slide switch)
CatDisplay Case STL (push button)

CatKnobz

For FT-450, FT-950, FT-991, FT-2000, FT-DX10, FT-DX101, FT-DX1200, FT-DX3000, FT-DX5000, FT-DX9000
Click here to see it working

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Due to USA CPU chipset shortage, this product has been discontinued
New version is in development for 2023 release

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Six customizable knobs

Super easy to install

Easy to use

Plugs into the DB9 CAT port

Any knob can change over 30 settings (40 for FTdx10)

Press a knob, turn it to select a setting

Just turning a knob changes the transceiver setting

OLED display shows what setting you're changing

Reconfigure anytime you want

Less wear on transceiver, easier to use than menus

CAT pass through port & works with CatDisplay232 or CatMeters

Daisy chain as many CatKnobz as you like

Power Over Serial (power to one, powers them all)

Biodegradable PLA 3D printed bracket

Not suitable for direct sunlight or hot cars

Handmade in New Zealand

Does not read current transaceiver settings

CatKnobz mounted on FT991A

CatKnobz on FTdx10

Transceiver Settings It Controls

From fimware v3.3
APF, AGC, Band Up/Down, Contour, Contour Level, Contour Width, DVS RX Level, DVS TX Level, DNR Level, IF Shift, IF Width, APO AMP1/2, Keyer Speed, Keyer Pitch, Memory Up/Down, Microphone Gain, Microphone Processor, Meter, Mode Up/Down, Monitor, NB Level, Notch, RF Gain, Scope Span, Squelch, TX Power W, TX TOT timer, VFO Up/Down, VOX Delay, VOX Gain, Volume

Specifications

Size (WxHxD):205mm x 39mm x 37mm

Weight:130g

Display:0.91" OLED

CAT Connection:RG45

CAT Powered:NO

Power Source:2.1mm DC jack

DC Connection:2.1mm Jack, center positive

CAT Speed:4800, 9600, 19200 (default)& 38400

CAT Pass Through Port:YES, DB9 Male, speed same as input CAT port

Operating Voltage:7V DC to 30V DC via 2.1mm Jack

Operating Current:150mA

CatKnobz & CatDisplay232 with FT991A
Side view of CatKnobz on FT991A
Underview of CatKnobz on FT991A
CatKnobz on FTdx10

Downloads

CatKnobz Instructions
CatKnobz FTdx10 Instructions
CatKnobz 3D Bracket FT991 STL file
CatKnobz 3D Bracket FTDX10 STL file

2ndCat

For FT-857, FT-857D, FT-897 & FT-897D
Click here to see it working

Easy to install adapter

Includes short microphone port cable

Same socket & CAT signals as rear port (RXD, TXD, GND)

Works independent to rear CAT port

Handmade in New Zealand

FT-857 & FT897 are great "shack in a box" transceivers.
With digital modes like FT8 now so popular, a second CAT port is often needed.
If the rear CAT port is taken up with a tuner or linear, 2ndCat provides that much needed 2nd CAT port.

Easy set up

Unplug microphone & connect up 2ndCAT adapter as pictured

Select CAT in Microphone Select extended menu #059

Set desired baud rate in CAT RATE extended menu #019

2ndCat connected to FT897 & CatDisplay Click here for a great bundle deal!
2ndCat supplied with short microphone cable
To transceiver microphone socket & 2nd CAT port No 13.8V output here - only serial TX/RX CAT data
To microphone only Microphone Up/down buttons no longer work

About ZL1CVD

Located in Timaru, a coastal town in the south island of New Zealand.

No big company here, just one person, tinkering, designing & assembling radio related equipment for fellow enthiusiests to enjoy.
My station consists of a Yaesu FT-100D, FT-817, FT-818ND, FT-857, FT-897D, FT-991A, FTdx10, FTdx101D, FT-1000MP MkV Field & Icom IC-7200. Hand held transceivers now limited to a couple of Boafeng UV-5R. I also enjoy collecting and repairing military radio equipment and presently own Tadarin PRC-174 & PRC-2200, Collins PRC-515, Racal VRM5080, SEL 52s & 52A, AN/URC-113 (Hughes RT-1209 HF SSB exciter with Collins 150W AM7148 PA / Antenna Coupler), Rohde & Schwarz XK-405 (GB-145 Control Unit, XK-425 400W HF TRX & FK-245 400W antenna coupler), MEL VRC-321, Magnavox PRC-113, Hughes PRC-104, Motorola LST-5E & Harris PRC-138, Racal BCC-39B, Collins 628T & AN/ARC-186. My main antenna is a Carolina Windom OFC that gets out well on all HF bands 80m and above. I also use a discone for my infrequent VHF & UHF use. My test equipment of note includes Rohde & Schwarz CRTU-RU, CMU200, HMO1002 & NGMO1, Aeroflex 7100, IFR1900, Agilent E6621A, HP 8924 & mandatory Bird 43 with slugs & loads.

My time is devoted to developing Amateur Radio related products which includes CatDisplay, CatTouch, CatMeters, CatKnobz & a few others. Most days I have an HF rig running FT8 while I'm soldering away preparing orders for amateurs from around the globe. Now and then a rig will cross the desk for repair which can be equal parts fun or curse given my eyesight is not as good these days. I mix it up with a bit of programming (Lazarus / C), system configuring (Linux / Windows) and learning about new software or hardware that takes my interest. I know I can pick up the phone or use the internet to contact someone on the other side of the globe, but for me, the thrill is in making that direct point to point contact with my equipment, sharing my knowledge with other like minded people, helping out where I can & learning.

Stay safe, stay well 73 de Chris ZL1CVD.

Look outside your bubble. Try new things, learn new things, be kind.

Bundle Deals

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CatDisplay + 2ndCat
for FT-857, FT-857D, FT-897 & FT-897D
Click here to see it working
US$150 + $19.75 SHIPPING
Sold out - stock due January 2023