First HT

[John]

I'd suggest posting this in a HT list as a good first step ...:-)

John k5MO



At 01:31 PM 02/23/2009, Bob Jackson wrote:
>All -
>
>I'm in the market for my first 2M HT. So many options it's making my head 
>swim. I need something a bit more than a "basic" model, but sure what 
>combo of other features give the most bank for the buck. 5W seems a useful 
>power and long battery life wold be another asset. It would seem that a 
>144/220 rig would provide some extra flexibility along with a weather 
>alert capability. I don't know what "DSTAR" is so some explanation would 
>be helpful.
>
>Also, any suggestions/opinions about brands would be helpful. Yaesu and 
>Icom seem to dominate the market these days with so many models to choose from.
>
>73 to all,
>
>Bob/AG5X
>
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