[MRCG] BC-721 and Glider Radio Operations

[willi6 at starpower.net]

Pat is correct - t he BC-721 was a radio used within the gliders at times and it was a variation of the BC-611.  

However, I'm not sure how easily it could be removed from the glider for handheld operation.  As I recall, there were several mechanical modifications to remote the PTT and to connect to the antenna and a MIC and Headset arrangement of some sort. I have a manual or appendix to the BC-611/SCR-536 manual someplace that covers the differences.  Will see if I can find it. 

73,  Dave 

Dave Williams - K7HMP/4 
Stafford, Virginia .  


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The BC-611 in the glider was somewhat different and was the BC-721. 
Same output though. 
Pat 

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From: MRCG [mailto:mrcg-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Robert 
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Sent: Saturday, September 13, 2014 7:19 PM 
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Thanks for your report! The short and inefficient antenna on the BC 611 is 
clearly its major limitation, especially for air - ground work. 

Yes the link was glider to tow plane, but the radio could be removed if 
necessary for ground use. 

Bob