Hello Tom,
Yes please send me the review and documentation you have. What do you use now? The ic718 seemed like a good choice. I'll be buying one in the coming month. I'm only hope the yaesue ft2900RE will be usuable.

73 and thank you,
KD5FAM Alonzo

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On Aug 10, 2011, at 8:56 AM, Tom Behler <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> Alonzo:
> 
> I used an Icom IC718 for a number of years back in the early and mid 2000's, 
> and really loved it.
> 
> I think you'll find it to be completely usable, although  you may need some 
> sighted assistance for the initial set-up process.
> 
> The rig does need a voice chip, and it is the UT102.
> 
> I thik the chip costs around $60 or $70.
> 
> I wrote a review of the IC718 for Handihams back in 2002, and will be happy 
> to send you that review, plus the other documentation files I have for the 
> rig if you give me your preferred personal e-mail address.
> 
> Once again, I am sure you will love the rig, and hope you can find one very 
> soon.
> 
> 73 from Tom Behler:  KB8TYJ
> 
> 
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Alonzo" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2011 9:44 AM
> Subject: Ic718
> 
> 
>> I'd like to purchase an hf rig later on. Can some one comment about the 
>> icom=
>> ic718? I kmow it has a voice module.
>> 
>> 73
>> Alonzo
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone=
>>