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Hi Louis,
I finally decided to go for the IC-703 with the voice synthesizer option. I
added the adapter for computer control. I haven't gotten the software yet.
The Handiham guide I just posted is a start to understanding the rig. I'm
looking for more description from others who have this rig.
Thanks.
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From: "Louis Kim Kline" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Wednesday, March 31, 2004 7:47 PM
Subject: Re: ic706
> Hi Justin.
>
> I can't speak to the original IC-706, but I have used the '706 Mk II and
> the '706 Mk II G and these radios are accessible to a degree. Unless you
> have a really good memory, the menus are a little intimidating, but with
> the purchase of the Millenium QSYer, frequency control is a breeze. The
> Millenium QSYer is a small battery powered keypad that allows you to key
in
> frequencies directly. There is a voice synthesizer available for these
> radios. It is the UT102 synthesizer. I also bought the Icom AT-180 auto
> tuner, which is the matching tuner for the IC-706. I like the auto tuner
> very much, although it is awfully pricy.
>
> I have had quite a bit of fun with my '706 Mk II G, but I think there are
> more accessible radios out there. Once I get some extra money together,
> assuming that BPL doesn't totally wreck HF, I would like to get the
> Ellicraft K2 with the accessible control interface and the 60 meter
> option. I have been looking at Buddy's posts and I like what I see. It
> will probably get me to finally part with my Ten Tec Argonaut 509!
>
> 73, de Lou K2LKK
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> At 09:09 PM 3/30/2004 -0700, you wrote:
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> Louis Kim Kline
> A.R.S. K2LKK
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