[App_rpt-users] Modified FOB vs URL

[larry]

My 2 cents...

Steve has it correct.

Fobs and URIx = different chips & different capabilities.
URIx has features plus trace connections to many pins that are not 
available or are not connected to in the FOB.

In my case I use them both but for different reasons. URIx has more GPIO 
access plus other features.
Nice package and can be used to control more complex functions on 
repeaters vs a dedicated simplex nodes.

I normally use a modified Fob when trying to assist/entice someone to 
get into Allstar.
Economics becomes a factor when someone hasn't a clue if the mode is 
something they even want to do.
In the mind of a newbie $35 for a Pi2 (computer = cheap).
Interfacing the computer to the radio (choice = $75 or say $5)
A no brainer for those just wanting to try the unknown. Twice the cost 
of the PC for an interface or $5?

The fact there is a choice is great and very much appreciated by myself 
and I'm sure many others.
Then again there are still people who like to tinker and modify fobs 
just for fun.

Larry - N7FM


On 10/13/2015 07:13 AM, Steve Zingman wrote:
> To some extent you are comparing oranges and tangerines. :)
> Lay the schematics side by side. The URI type device offers quite a 
> few features not provided by a modified FOB.
>
> 73, Steve N4IRS
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