I have a Radio Shack htx-420 duel bander.
It has a sma connector.
I strengthened the connector by adding a flat washer to the connector and
then screwed the BNC adapter on top of the washer.
It really made a difference, and doesn't appear to have any effect on the
SWR.
I guess I will be looking for a second handheld because I can't seem to find
the computer cable for this rig.
The manual talks about the cable, and I guess they want you to build it.
The htx-420 is very easy to program, but  PL tones are tough.
73 N2DYN

----- Original Message -----
From: "Walt Sebastian" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Saturday, October 23, 2004 8:24 PM
Subject: greetings


I assume you were talking about the SMA connecter.  It is a bit
> delicate, I have been told.  I am using a Kenwood THF6A and it has that
> type
> connector.  So far, I have only used the stock antenna on it.  Keep
> smiling.
> Walt
> WA4QXT
> Quaker Hill CT
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