the ts870 is hf only the ts480 includes 6 meters and is slightly more
sensitive and selective. 73- pat kk3f
----- Original Message -----
From: "Kris Hickerson" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Tuesday, February 24, 2009 8:15 PM
Subject: Re: splits
> Hi,
>
> I have the TS480, also and I love it and have no plans to upgrade.
> However,
> I do have a visually impaired friend who is considering the 480. Should
> he
> give the 870 a look as well? Can anyone compare the two radios for me, so
> I
> can pass this info on to him?
>
> Thanks much. And, no, I have not tried using the split feature either, so
> can be of no help in that area.
>
> 73
> Kris
>