[Kenwood] recommendation regarding Kenwood TS 2000

[rbethman]

> The only thing I can even remotely find is that I actually need to 
> upgrade the firmware.
>
> *IF* any has an interest, the first thing to check, and maybe John 
> even knows, is whether the RS-232 cable and the software is with it.

The requisite cable and software for the TS-2000.

Is as Follows to include costs and shipping:

*Code* 	*Item* 	*Qty* 	*List Price* 	*Grand Total*
KRS-2000-USB 	KRS-2000 Software and USB-63 for the Kenwood TS-2000
	1 	$49.00 	$49.00
	Subtotal: 	$49.00
	Tax: 	$0.00
	Shipping Cost: 	$5.15
	Grand Total: 	$54.15


>
> If not, then RT Systems,
>
> RT Systems
> 510 Compton Street, Suite 105
> Broomfield, CO 80020
>
> www.rtsystemsinc.com
> Phone:  404-806-9561
> Fax:  404-671-9383
>
> *IF* you intend to connect to an external Amplifier that uses anything 
> beyond 12VDC, then you also need to order the following from Ameritron:
>
> PNP-7D     CABLE, 704, TS-440/690/450/180     $17.95     1
>
> ARB-704     AMP TO XCVR INTERFACE, FOR ALL     $59.95     1
>
>
> The shipping will vary.
>
> The total for this was:
>
> *Subtotal:*
> *Tax:*
> *Shipping & Handling:*
> *Total:*
>
>     $77.90
> $0.00
> $12.00
> $89.90
>
>
>
> If you do NOT do this, these new SS radios will indeed get that 
> section fried!
>
> All of these are issues to take into consideration.
>
>
>
> Has the cable and software.
>
> On 8/11/2014 1:37 PM, John King via Kenwood wrote:
>> Folks, a friend of mine has a Kenwood TS 2000 that he wants to sell. 
>> I know he has only used it on QRP of 5 watts because he is a CW 
>> person that works the FOX operation. I do not know the serial number 
>> or exact age. It sits most of the time covered with a cloth.
>>
>> Was there a certain serial number where mods or improvements were 
>> installed in new TS 2000s?
>>
>> Is there a series of serial numbers that should be avoided? What has 
>> been your experience with the TS 2000?
>>
>> My friend, a neighbor) has terminal malignancy  and wants to sell the 
>> TS 2000 promptly. I don't need another radio but maybe I can relieve 
>> this concern that he has.
>>
>> Do you have any recommendations about price without knowing the age 
>> or serial number? I know that it has been used very little because 
>> his interest has not been in talking on the radio. He is a tinkerer 
>> and spends his time working on small tube type gear.
>>
>> Your honest and fair input will be greatly appreciated. Thanks and 
>> 73, John, K5PGW
>
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