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| Icom ID-31A Review: 440Mhz D-STAR HT | |
Dec 28, 2011 - 12:59 AM - by Moleculo |
Yesterday, the day after Christmas, I went down to my local Ham Radio Outlet just to look around. I inquired about the new Icom ID-31A 440Mhz D-STAR HT with built-in GPS and was told that they had five in stock. After 20 minutes or so, I talked myself into buying the $400 to finally try out D-STAR.
After charging the battery overnight, I was ready to try it out. Here is a picture of everything included in the box, not including the manual and CD:
The first run of these radios includes a 2GB microSD card, although the manual indicates that the microSD card is not included. The battery is an 1150 mAh slim battery and there aren't really any special accessories included.
The left side of the radio incorporates a nice size PTT that is very crisp and easy to use. The SQL button is small to prevent you from accidentally hitting it. It serves two purposes: one quick press cracks the squelch open; rotating the dial while pressing... [Read More] | 
23 Replies | | Yaesu unveils their new digital HT | |
Dec 27, 2011 - 10:52 AM - by Moleculo |
Yaesu has finally unveiled a few details and a picture of their new digital HT!
The new digital HT uses a form of modulation called C4FM (4-level FSK). Radios using this type of modulation are commonly called APCO P-25 in the public safety and LMR markets. Since Motorola now owns Yaesu, it shouldn't be surprising that Yaesu is supporting the same standard already prevalent in Motorola's product line. Yaesu has also completely outlined their digital strategy, which is detailed here: http://www.worldwidedx.com/general-h...tml#post340306.
Both this new HT and a new mobile radio are slated to be released in early 2012. More info to come!
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5 Replies | | New external SVGA option for the Elecraft P3 Panadapter | |
Dec 15, 2011 - 2:38 PM - by Moleculo |
Elecraft has finally announced the SVGA board for the P3 panadapter to allow the display to be sent to an external display. Pricing will be announced as soon as the product is available (they're waiting on manufacturing). Check out these pics showing the P3 display on a 1920x1080 screen:
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4 Replies | | Baofeng UV-3R MKII Review - 2m/440Mhz Mini HT | |
Nov 16, 2011 - 1:34 PM - by Moleculo |
When I found out that there was a new $50 miniature 2m/440 Chinese HT on the market, I knew that I had to have one to test and review. I saw that Ed at wouxun.us started carrying the new Baofeng UV-3R so I placed my order and had the radio in my hands in a couple of days.
As you can see, the radio is tiny! It's very similar in size to the Yaesu VX-3R, although the button configuration is different.
Here is a picture that shows how thin this radio really is:
Without the antenna, this radio is smaller than the wallet I carry in my pocket. With the antenna attached, it's still small enough to slip into a baggy pants or shorts pocket.
In this picture, I set the Baofeng VX-3R on top of my Yaesu VX-8R to give you some perspective on the size of the radio:
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