Tom,

From everything I've heard about it, the 2000 is quite accessible but the
480 is the most accessible rig out there today.  I don't think you can go
wrong with either but for the size you're looking for, the 480 seems to be
the way to go.  Lou
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "T Behler" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Saturday, October 20, 2007 9:49 AM
Subject: Re: some basic questions on the TS480


>     Thanks again, Eric.
>
> I'm not too close to a purchase yet, but am considering it seriously.
>
> Wish I could get the TS2000, but I don't think that'd give me the smaller
> size and portability I'd want in the motor home.
>
> I am still trying to figure out how much the voice chip in the TS480
speaks,
> in comparison to the TS2000 which I think tells you just about everything
> including menus.
>
> 73 from Tom Behler:  KB8TYJ
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Eric Clegg" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 10:38 PM
> Subject: Re: some basic questions on the TS480
>
>
> > Hi Tom,
> > I'm considering that rig or the new Elecraft k3.
> >
> > I already posted earlier what type of antenna setup I plan to get.
> >
> > That Elecraft sure looks impressive and should be really accessible.
> >
> > Eric
> > KU3I
> >