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[KE8MCR]

I am struggling making the appropriate connections and settings on my computer to control my Yaesu3000 despite generous assistance from a friend. Would someone who has done this with their 3000 be willing to speak with me on my cell phone and walk me through the settings and conections?

[WA8NVW]

The volunteer 'Elmer' you seek will need to know more about your communications needs and equipment. 
Describe your antenna system, cabling, location, height and directions. 
Name the software you want to use to control that radio. and its signalling interfaces like a RigBlaster, Signalink,or other unit. 
Tell the 'Elmer' what modes you plan to use; voice, CW, digital, SSTV, FSK, etc. 
Make a list of every interconnecting cable and which radio connectors it plugs into on both ends. 
Have you read the supplied user manuals for your radio, software, and interface accessories? 
You won't learn it all at once, but don't give up without a fight.  I started ham radio in 1964 and I am STILL leaning new stuff, because this hobby keeps expanding in all directions.

[KE8MCR]

I’m trying to follow the directions from HRD to connect via RS232 /USB from Yaesu to a computer. Not once in those directions am I asked what antenna I’m using nor the type of communication (SSB CW RTTY) I’m interested in. It appears step no 1 is to have the radio and the computer talk to each other. I’ve not been able to even reach first base regarding a connection. That’s what I need help with.

[KA2DDX]

Have you called HRD?  They provide phone support.

[KE8MCR]

Not yet. I’ve emailed support but I’d already tried those suggestions. I’ll call them

[VE3PP]

I’m trying to follow the directions from HRD to connect via RS232 /USB from Yaesu to a computer. Not once in those directions am I asked what antenna I’m using nor the type of communication (SSB CW RTTY) I’m interested in. It appears step no 1 is to have the radio and the computer talk to each other. I’ve not been able to even reach first base regarding a connection. That’s what I need help with.

That should be straight forward as long as the cable you are using is working correctly.
Make sure your CATE RATE is set the same in the radio as it is in the software.
Then let HRD try to connect on it's own. It will search for the comm port as long as the CAT rate is set properly.

If you want to make a long distance call to Ontario Canada I can likely walk you through it.

One thing I would recommend is purchasing a RT Systems CAT cable, then you know for sure you have the proper CAT cable. I use one between my FTdx-1200 and computer.

My call is good on QRZ if you want to contact me.
Rick VE3PP

[K0UA]

Not yet. I’ve emailed support but I’d already tried those suggestions. I’ll call them

You have my number, all you have to do is call.

[VE3PP]

The volunteer 'Elmer' you seek will need to know more about your communications needs and equipment. 
Describe your antenna system, cabling, location, height and directions. 
Name the software you want to use to control that radio. and its signalling interfaces like a RigBlaster, Signalink,or other unit. 
Tell the 'Elmer' what modes you plan to use; voice, CW, digital, SSTV, FSK, etc. 
Make a list of every interconnecting cable and which radio connectors it plugs into on both ends. 
Have you read the supplied user manuals for your radio, software, and interface accessories? 
You won't learn it all at once, but don't give up without a fight.  I started ham radio in 1964 and I am STILL leaning new stuff, because this hobby keeps expanding in all directions.

I do not want to sound rude. But everything you mentioned has nothing to do with getting the radio connected to the computer so HRD can be used. Antennas do not have a damn thing to do with using Ham Radio Deluxe.

[AC7CW]

My FT-991A had to have special drivers from Yaesu, has to have the same USB port [in my case #3 or #4]and same baud rate [consensus seems to be that 4800 works fine] to connect to HRD. I bought a shielded cable with ferrites at each end and that cured rfi problems in the laptop.