Is there any use of having a MARS op outside the U S?

Scott
N0HOK / ZL1CHM
Auckland New Zealand

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On 14/02/2013, at 3:15 PM, John Miller <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> Usually if you send a copy, via email is fine, of your mars license or even 
> the email or letter saying you're application was accepted and you can go on 
> with trial status, send that to the manufacturers via email is fine and 
> they'll usually email you the correct mod pretty fast. That way you don't 
> run in to that one wrong mod online that will give you problems. Not that 
> usually there is one, but I've heard horror stories in the past. Also for 
> future reference, I'm told when you order a new radio, more often than not a 
> lot of the places, upon seeing your mars license again via email or what 
> ever, will do it for you before shipping. Most 2-way radio shops will do it 
> as well if you bring the radio and paperwork but the rates aren't worth it. 
> Or, there's always someone willing to help you with in the MARS group too.
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Steve Forst" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Wednesday, February 13, 2013 3:38 PM
> Subject: Re: MARS question
> 
> 
>> Albert,
>> 
>> The MARS mod on the 590 is to open up a surface mount resistor.  I think
>> it is R900, but you need to confirm that from a reliable source.
>> 
>> While it is considered  a "resistor" it actually has zero ohms
>> resistance and acts as a jumper.    Some guys cut it with an x-acto
>> knife, or crush it with needle nose pliers.   Others will unsolder one
>> end and lift it off the pad so it could be reinstalled later if you
>> wanted to restore the radio to  ham band only transmit.
>> In any event, you will need sighted help on this one.
>> 
>> 73, Steve KW3A 
>