Richard,

The ts-480 uses an annoyingly different plug for dc power.  They further 
more use a smaller connector for the amplifier.  Up to this point Kenwood 
always kept the plug configuration and amplifier keying the same.  My 
ts-480sat went down the road but it was due to the audio amplifier in the 
receiver.  The accessibility of the ts-480 is better than anything going out 
there so one needs to consider all aspects before purchasing one.

Brian, k5in
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Richard Fiorello" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Friday, July 28, 2006 5:54 PM
Subject: ts480


> Hi;
> I am considering either the k1 or the 480 if I find a new home for my
> kenwood 570.  I do have a trivia question or two regarding the ts480. 
> Does
> anyone know if it uses the same d c power connector as the older kenwoods?
> The power supply I'm using came complete with cord and plug.  Yes I can
> change the plug but it would be nice if I didn't have to.
> Secondly, do they use the same plug for the alc and amp keying as the 570 
> or
> have they gone to either a smaller plug or just to annoy some of us 
> changed
> the pin arrangement.
> If anyone has any info I'd be curious.
>
> As for that b & W antenna, I'm sure its not a wonderful performer on 160 
> but
> it sounds convenient and if it worked reasonably well on 10 through 80
> meters that is a step in the right direction.
> Now I just need a wind storm to take out that rather large tree in my yard
> and hopefully it won't fall toward my house.
> Richard