Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Get more out of FT8 with the settings and operating techniques that have helped me decode more stations and work more DX. I cover timing, audio levels, ALC, waterfall setup, transmit frequency and several practical WSJT-X tips.
➡️ Latest WSJT-X download and release notes: wsjtx.github.io/wsjtx/index.html
Radios with USB soundcards (DX Engineering)
Icom IC-7300 👉 dxengineering.pxf.io/QjDkPM
Icom IC-705 👉 dxengineering.pxf.io/Xmk7zb
Yaesu FT-710 👉 dxengineering.pxf.io/DWq51b
Yaesu FT-DX10 👉 dxengineering.pxf.io/rE0VbD
Icom IC-9700 👉 dxengineering.pxf.io/Dyo7ja
DigiRig digital interface 👉 dxengineering.pxf.io/5kqRL1
➡️TOADs Digital Interface — Australia/NZ: shop.hamradiodx.net/collections/digital-interfaces
➡️TOADs Digital Interface — USA: temporarilyoffline.com/HAMRADIODX
➡️NetTime clock synchronisation software: timesynctool.com
➡️ WSJT-X setup videos:
youtu.be/KxWS1uK2dD8
youtu.be/YyWX0i87P0o
youtu.be/C04RPz4PuVk
youtu.be/mxJlrZRCf_I
youtu.be/RZE7DxpikcU
youtu.be/ZiAwIVDaSn8
youtu.be/61HsuTFrZ8E
youtu.be/fImtCz8fnfU
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🕘CHAPTERS🕘
00:00 FT8 Settings and Tips for More DX
00:45 Keep WSJT-X Updated
02:12 Choosing the Right Radio Interface
04:19 Fix Your Computer Clock Timing
06:12 Set the Correct Receive Audio Level
08:34 Receiver Bandwidth and Data Mode
11:32 Set Transmit Audio and ALC
13:50 Understanding FT8 Messages
15:42 Responding to CQ DX Calls
17:14 Odd/Even Periods and Clear Frequencies
19:55 Speed Up Your FT8 Exchanges
21:46 How Much Power Should You Use?
💰 Deals & Discounts
📗 Study with Ham Radio Prep – 20% OFF with coupon HAMDX → HamRadioPrep.com/?rfsn=8903546.442784
❗ Shop DX Engineering - dxengineering.pxf.io/N9LVEb
🔋 LiTime Batteries – 8% OFF with code DX8
USA: litime.com/discount/DX8?ref=DX5
AU: au.litime.com/?ref=hamradiodx
Radioddity – $15 OFF → radioddity.com/?ref=HAMDX
Messi & Paoloni Cables – 10% OFF with coupon VK7HH → https://messi.it/
🛒 Ham Radio on Amazon & eBay: geni.us/HamRadioDX
🛒 Ham Radio on AliExpress: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_on7IQdM
📺 Watch More
youtube.com/@HamRadioDX/videos
🚀 Support the Channel
💸 Patreon → patreon.com/hamradiodx
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👕 Merch → shop.hamradiodx.net
📧 Contact
Email – vk7hh@hamradiodx.net
*Please note due to a high volume of emails - the best way to contact is via the comments section of a video. I do struggle to respond to all emails*
💬 Community Chat
Join TOADs on Discord – discord.gg/97tkMEc
#HamRadio #AmateurRadio #FT8
🎵 Music by Daryl McKenzie – mckenziemusicproductions.com
🎵 YouTube Audio Library
Get more out of FT8 with the settings and operating techniques that have helped me decode more stations and work more DX. I cover timing, audio levels, ALC, waterfall setup, transmit frequency and several practical WSJT-X tips.
➡️ Latest WSJT-X download and release notes: wsjtx.github.io/wsjtx/index.html
Radios with USB soundcards (DX Engineering)
Icom IC-7300 👉 dxengineering.pxf.io/QjDkPM
Icom IC-705 👉 dxengineering.pxf.io/Xmk7zb
Yaesu FT-710 👉 dxengineering.pxf.io/DWq51b
Yaesu FT-DX10 👉 dxengineering.pxf.io/rE0VbD
Icom IC-9700 👉 dxengineering.pxf.io/Dyo7ja
DigiRig digital interface 👉 dxengineering.pxf.io/5kqRL1
➡️TOADs Digital Interface — Australia/NZ: shop.hamradiodx.net/collections/digital-interfaces
➡️TOADs Digital Interface — USA: temporarilyoffline.com/HAMRADIODX
➡️NetTime clock synchronisation software: timesynctool.com
➡️ WSJT-X setup videos:
youtu.be/KxWS1uK2dD8
youtu.be/YyWX0i87P0o
youtu.be/C04RPz4PuVk
youtu.be/mxJlrZRCf_I
youtu.be/RZE7DxpikcU
youtu.be/ZiAwIVDaSn8
youtu.be/61HsuTFrZ8E
youtu.be/fImtCz8fnfU
New to Ham Radio? Start Here 👉 hamradiodx.net/30days
Beat Mic Fright 👉 hamradiodx.net/firstqso
📖 Learn with Ham Radio Courses
courses.hamradiodx.net
📨 Join the HRDX Mailing List
hamradiodx.net/newsletter
Affiliate Disclaimer
As an Amazon Associate, I may earn from qualifying purchases. Some product links are affiliate links, meaning I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.
🕘CHAPTERS🕘
00:00 FT8 Settings and Tips for More DX
00:45 Keep WSJT-X Updated
02:12 Choosing the Right Radio Interface
04:19 Fix Your Computer Clock Timing
06:12 Set the Correct Receive Audio Level
08:34 Receiver Bandwidth and Data Mode
11:32 Set Transmit Audio and ALC
13:50 Understanding FT8 Messages
15:42 Responding to CQ DX Calls
17:14 Odd/Even Periods and Clear Frequencies
19:55 Speed Up Your FT8 Exchanges
21:46 How Much Power Should You Use?
💰 Deals & Discounts
📗 Study with Ham Radio Prep – 20% OFF with coupon HAMDX → HamRadioPrep.com/?rfsn=8903546.442784
❗ Shop DX Engineering - dxengineering.pxf.io/N9LVEb
🔋 LiTime Batteries – 8% OFF with code DX8
USA: litime.com/discount/DX8?ref=DX5
AU: au.litime.com/?ref=hamradiodx
Radioddity – $15 OFF → radioddity.com/?ref=HAMDX
Messi & Paoloni Cables – 10% OFF with coupon VK7HH → https://messi.it/
🛒 Ham Radio on Amazon & eBay: geni.us/HamRadioDX
🛒 Ham Radio on AliExpress: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_on7IQdM
📺 Watch More
youtube.com/@HamRadioDX/videos
🚀 Support the Channel
💸 Patreon → patreon.com/hamradiodx
📺 YouTube Memberships → youtube.com/channel/UCo_jX41l6nYfnrQuk0qsZFw/join
💲 PayPal Tip Jar → paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=Y8T86VP7G2KFS
👕 Merch → shop.hamradiodx.net
📧 Contact
Email – vk7hh@hamradiodx.net
*Please note due to a high volume of emails - the best way to contact is via the comments section of a video. I do struggle to respond to all emails*
💬 Community Chat
Join TOADs on Discord – discord.gg/97tkMEc
#HamRadio #AmateurRadio #FT8
🎵 Music by Daryl McKenzie – mckenziemusicproductions.com
🎵 YouTube Audio Library
