Fw: Re: Fw: Re: [ICOM] ICOM706 mk II G vs ICOM 7000

[JV]

Dang it, fat fingers, try <http://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/hamhf/0700
html>.
JV
 
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Stanley
Check it out at < http://www.icom.co.jp/world/products/amateur/7800/>.
JV
 
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Subject: [ICOM] ICOM706 mk II G vs ICOM 7000
 
Gentlemen:
I am new to this reflector so hope you bear with me on my use of protocol.
I am presently using a 706 mk II G mobile
and it has operated flawlessly for three years
on all bands including six meters. However,
I have been thinking about a new ICOM 7000
to use in the mobile but before I try and make such a large investment, I
would love to hear opinions from anyone who has a 7000 and how they like it.
I have heard that it draws a lot of current in the receive mode? Is that
just a rumor or correct? If yes, that makes it
less desirable to use while just sitting with the
ignition off and listening on the bands.
On my 706, I greatly dislike the noise blanker
not being variable because of de-sensing by
strong signals witht he NB on. Please tell me
if I am foollish to make such an investment for
mobile just to get a couple of more features.
I love the 706 and am really torn between the
idea of just keeping it or getting the 7000?
What say you? Many thanks for any input.
73's de Stan W5ZF (EX: W6BCT)
Albuquerque, New Mexico