[ICOM] Question about the original 706

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The fan is always on.

Sensitivity on 2m is ok.

Without preamp, the rig is not hearing well. The preamp on the other 
hand elavates the noise level a lot.


On Jan 10, 2005, at 8:00 AM, D & M Pendergast wrote:

> Hello all,
>
> I have a 706Mk2G which I am happy with and am used too.  I am thinking 
> about
> the first model of 706 as a spare/second rig for in the shack.  What 
> were
> the first model 706's like when they were produced.  I have heard 
> there were
> some issues that had to be overcome with modifications to remedy the
> problems.
>
> Can someone who knows the original 706 faults and deficiencies give me 
> a
> summary of them and I will keep them in mind when looking at the 
> second hand
> unit I am considering.  It is possible that this unit has had the 
> fixes done
> already but I'm not sure at this stage.
>
> Best regards,
>
> Des - VK3DMP.
>
>
>
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