I DO NOT HAVE A FEEL FOR THE VX1 BUT LIKE THE VX5 A GREAT DEAL.  I WOULD RATHER HAVE 220 THAN SIX METERS THOUGH.  Our activity in this area on six is negligible.  We do have a remote base on 220 that would be nice to use but signals are weak for some reason but have not tried a resonant antenna on that one yet.  Programming is not too bad as I started with a template and rdf from another ham here and have quite a bit in the box at this time including all local repeaters and public service frequencies.  I have these in two memory groups so can scanned ham or public service or boat.  I need to add the FRS channels and some  repeaters in the next ring of travel outside of the local area as sometimes traveling for camping etc.  I would also like to build a set for FM and TV broadcast but have not done this , but have just used the vfo for these purposes.
the software is quite JFW friendly.

Thank You!

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>>> Jody Ianuzzi <[log in to unmask]> 07/17/01 06:44PM >>>
How do you like your VX5?  I have a VX1 and I find it is a pain to program
because it only has 5 buttons.

Jody KB1DCS