the TNC on the D700 isn't as much for tradditional packet as it is for APRS
and sky command for the ts-2000
Most people that buy the d700 use it for APRS anyway.
The one nice thing about the d700 is that its a bit more mobile friendly
then the other rigs...rubberized buttons, heavy duty controls and all that.

73
Colin, V A6BKX
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Matthew Chao" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Saturday, March 18, 2006 11:24 AM
Subject: Re: Suggestions for Tri-band (2meter, 220, 440 Mobile/base Rigs


> Hi, John!  Thanks for the info.  Can't see spending $500 for a radio
> with a built-in TNC unless I'm heavy into packet.  Like packet, but
> wonder if it's an endangered aspect of hamming.  Don't hear much
> about packet these days.  Better to buy a less expensive rig like the
> TM-G707A and buy the TNC AND cabling later if I get back into
> packet.  Will call them and check.  By the way, how easy is it to
> install the VS3 board?  Also, is it worth getting the programming
> software and cable, or can it all be done via speech?  Thanks.--Matt.
>