Tom,
Is this a 746 or a 746 pro? If the former, I believe Robert Carter in
Texas had a friend come up with a program for him to enter freqs and such.
It seems to me he did a podcast about it on Blind Cool Tech. Lou Wa3mix
----- Original Message -----
From: "T Behler" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Monday, April 09, 2007 6:57 PM
Subject: Re: computer programming for the Icom 746?
> Yeah, I hear you, Colin.
>
> I will probably stick with the 718 and the TMV7A; but, just wanted to
> pursue all possibilities.
>
> I still may need to use two power supplies, though, if I need to monitor
> and/or work both HF and VHF simultaneously, but that's doable.
>
> Just kind of thinking out loud here.
>
> Thanks for your thoughts.
>
> 73 from Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Colin McDonald" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Monday, April 09, 2007 2:33 AM
> Subject: Re: computer programming for the Icom 746?
>
>
> > well, if you consider the monsterous size of the 746, the 718 and the
> > tmv7A
> > together would make a smaller and definitely more blind friendly set up.
> > If you have the capability, even mating the two rigs together with
velcro
> > strips for one easy to handle package would still be smaller and lighter
> > then the 746 I would think.
> > You are also very familiar with both those rigs so ease of use and the
> > learning curve play a bit of a factor as well.
> > 73
> > Colin, V A6BKX
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "T Behler" <[log in to unmask]>
> > To: <[log in to unmask]>
> > Sent: Sunday, April 08, 2007 8:46 PM
> > Subject: Re: computer programming for the Icom 746?
> >
> >
> >> Thanks very much, Anthony. ... I'll give your suggested options
some
> >> thought here, since I don't have the bucks now for a TS2000.
> >>
> >> My other option would be simply to take the TMV7A on the bike tour, and
> > then
> >> have my IC718 ready for HF communication if needed.
> >>
> >> I've got the antennas in the RV now; it's just a matter of figuring
out
> >> which combination of equipment would work best and be easiest to use
for
> >> whatever was needed.
> >>
> >> 73 from Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
> >>
> >> ----- Original Message -----
> >> From: "Anthony Vece" <[log in to unmask]>
> >> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> >> Sent: Sunday, April 08, 2007 8:08 PM
> >> Subject: Re: computer programming for the Icom 746?
> >>
> >>
> >> > Hi Tom;
> >> >
> >> > I had a 746 pro and I could not find a program that would let me
> >> > program
> > =
> >> > memories.
> >> >
> >> > Maybe HRD would let you put those frequencies into the vfo.
> >> >
> >> > However, the pl tones on vhf would not be able to be programmed
unless
> >> > =
> >> > you did it by hand and, even at that you need sighted help.
> >> >
> >> > Your only other option is to program the tone if the repeater is
busy.
> >> >
> >> > And, if the tone is passed by the repeater then your good to go.
> >> >
> >> > I've been all through this and, for my money, the TS2000 will do =
> >> > everything you need it to do with or without the programming
software.
> >> >
> >> > I originally sold my TS2000 because I though the noise floor was a =
> >> > little high.
> >> >
> >> > However, when you turn down the rf gain, adjust the digital filtering
=
> >> > and the tonal qualities of the receiver, you can do just as well.
> >> >
> >> > If I can help any further let me know.
> >> >
> >> > 73 De Anthony W2AJV
> >> > [log in to unmask]
> >> > ECHOLINK NODE NUMBER: 74389
> >> >
> >> > ----- Original Message -----=20
> >> > From: T Behler=20
> >> > To: [log in to unmask]
> >> > Sent: Sunday, April 08, 2007 7:06 PM
> >> > Subject: [BLIND-HAMS] computer programming for the Icom 746?
> >> >
> >> >
> >> > Hi, all, and Happy Easter!
> >> >
> >> > Does anyone know if the Icom 746 can be programmed via a computer, =
> >> > like the=20
> >> > Kenwood TMV7A or THF6A?
> >> >
> >> > I don't think it can, but maybe I'm wrong.
> >> >
> >> > If so, is the software available on line somewhere?
> >> >
> >> > How about the needed programming cable?
> >> >
> >> > I am going to be the main net control station for the state-wide =
> >> > Michigander=20
> >> > Bike Tour this summer, and thought the 746 would be a great rig to =
> >> > use,=20
> >> > since it has HF, and VHF all in one radio.
> >> >
> >> > But, if the rig can't be programmed via the computer, using it may
be
> >> > =
> >> > more=20
> >> > trouble than it's worth, because some of the functions on the radio
=
> >> > (such as=20
> >> > PL tones) aren't very blind friendly.
> >> >
> >> > Thanks, and 73 from Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
> >> >
> >>
> >>
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