Hi Bob, you could use a mobile as a base like you could a CB.  They do put
more output power. I know that I also need to pass my general too, and
what have you tested in the technician exam?  The general is just beyond
that, and I am trying to study, but haven't had the time for it you know
how that goes.





On Mon, 22 Nov 2004, Bob Humbert wrote:

> Thanks rich,
>
> Well, obviously I don't drive and so a mobile unit wouldn't be practical and
> I am just guessing but I imagine that larger desktop units give you more
> bang for the buck than a hand held.  Is the Kenwood of which you spoke a
> desktop?  I hear you folks talking about speech cars for the Kenwood etc;
> just how much and what information is spoken?
>
> There are 2 large batteries on my wife's old scooter that I keep charged and
> she has 2 batteries on her power chair and so if we have that really big
> earth quake everyone keeps talking about I will have plenty of emergency
> radio power.  I live at the base of the mountains in the desert half way
> between L.A. and Palm Springs.  The big earth quake will no doubt take out
> all of the cell phones and repeater towers.  That is why I think I should
> have some access to HF.  Yes, I know, I will need a general license for that
> but as soon as I get a refresher course in math I think I can handle the
> general exam too.  I haven't used math for anything other than balancing a
> checkbook since school days.
>
> Is there a website for adapted equipment or a catalogue for us blind folks?
> thanks again for all of your help.
>
> Bob
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Richard Fiorello" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Monday, November 22, 2004 2:15 PM
> Subject: new operator
>
>
> > Hi
> > Although lots of the info you see hear can be a bit intimidating,
> > remember,
> > you learn gradually.  You don't just take a radio out of the box and
> > instantly know everything.  There are lots of quick start guides available
> > which tell you enough to get you on and started but not so much that you
> > get
> > a head ache.
> > You really need to initially think about whether you want a hand held
> > radio
> > or something larger that will work on the desk or in the car.  Kenwood is
> > by
> > far the radio of choice although I love my ict90.
> > The tmg7a will allow you to hear two bands at once, but I think the 707a
> > gives you access to more info.
> > Remember you have to walk before you run and if you don't feel like
> > running
> > just have a great time on your local repeater.
> > Rich
> >
>