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From: "richard fiorello" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Friday, October 03, 2008 7:19 PM
Subject: new rigs


Hi Eric;
I too like your choices.  Even if you run qrp for now you still have the
convenience of a radio that can be fully controlled without your computer. 
I
highly recomend the handiham mp3 manuals.  I listened and found them far 
more
helpful than the mere pdf of the regular manual.  I have antennas and coax 
in
the garage and a local club promising to show up.  I am holding off on the
ts480 until folks actually show up.  Even there is dsp I plan on probably 
two
filters along with the voice board.
best of luck
Richard