Fred, I have been using the 706 for several years.
It is not fully accessible.
But with the ut-102 voice chip you can get the signal strength, frequency
and mode.
To input the frequency I use the qsyer.
I have very little problem using the 706.
Now I am not saying it is the radio for you but I like the radio.


Junior Lolley KG4itd
Liberty County E. C.

-----Original Message-----
From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of Fred Adams
Sent: Wednesday, February 09, 2011 9:43 AM
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Subject: ICOM 706

Do any of you guys use or have you used the ICOM 706 and if so, how blind 
user friendly is it?  I have been slightly thinking of getting one to put 
beside my recliner to have easy access to both HF and two meters.  Whitch 
voice synthesizer does it use?  I would appreciate any info as I am only 
thinking about it at the present time  .  I have no plans to give up my ICOM

775DSP..



Best wishes,


FRED C. ADAMS W4HC
THE HOUR IS LATE AND
THE NIGHT IS FAR SPENT