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Subject:Re: Handheld transceivers recommendation?
From:Ardna
Date:Sun May 12 22:35:53 2002
I agree , the JRC JHP-500 is a nice unit , I have used it a lot recently and
can not complain. I love the active/standby feature.

Ardna


"Greg B" wrote in message
news:ZeFD8.5221$9z5.572490@typhoon.austin.rr.com...
> I have a JRC JHP-500 comm only which is the only radio I used on a recent
> cross country (MN to TX) with acceptable results. I hooked it up to an
> external antenna and a portable intercom. Had some problems with reception
> and transmission over 5 miles out. Only one airports Unicom said they
> didnt hear us making the calls for landing.
>
> It makes for a good backup. It will be a backup radio once I decide which
> radio to install in my plane.
>
> Greg Burkhart
> N93332
>
> "Sanjay Goel" wrote in message
> news:ea945741.0205121544.4e549991@posting.google.com...
> > Does anyone have any recommendations for the ultimate transceiver -
> > maximum features, versatility, light-weight, long-lasting, good brand,
> > etc...
> > I am considering the Icom A-23 NAV/COM and the SP-200 NAV/COM. Since
> > this is such an important safety back-up device, price is not a factor
> > in my decision...
> > Please send copy of your reply to sanjaygoel@mindspring.com.
> > Thanks very much for your help!
>
>




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