[ICOM] Handi-Talkie

[Tony Hwang]

Alan C. Zack wrote:

> Be sure it has the 1750 hz tone burst option.  Not all HT's sold in 
> the USA have this.  It is needed to open or get access to EU 
> repeaters.  When I took a trip to EU I looked for a VHF-FM HT with the 
> 1750 hz in the $100-150 price range and only came up with a brand Y at 
> the Anaheim, CA HRO store.  If you have more time to research and look 
> around maybe you'll find an Icom HT with the 1750 tone burst.
> GL & 73
>
> KA5MGL wrote:
>
>> Icom'ers
>>
>> I need an HT for everyday use as well as an upcoming trip to Europe.  
>> Any
>> suggestions for something dual/multi-band,
>> small enough for carry-on luggage, preferably with broadcast/shortwave
>> receive, etc.  And of course, muchly prefer ICOM products.  (The only 
>> strong
>> opposition is to brand Y).
>>
>> T-81?
>> T-90 ?
>> pro/con?
>> good/bad/ugly?
>> durable? pricey?
>> really handy options?
>>
>> Thanks to all,
>> Kelly KA5MGL
>>
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>
Hi,
Whistling can do the trick for the tone.
73,
Tony, VE6CGX