On 2/12/13 9:49 AM, Jim W7RY wrote:
Buy one and find out. I have no idea.
In building a cross-band repeater out of a couple of wouxuns with 12V battery replacement backs...the power adapter that was attached to the back lasted about a month before it melted and pulled the contacts away, but the radios were fine. The cheapie radios are suitable for ICAS service. Don't cheap out if you're looking to put up or fill in on an active system. For occasional use? In a car as a limited-use 'backyard' system? Probably be ok. Connected to an active network or high-use repeater network? Do it right or don't do it at all. -- Bryan In this world, you must be oh so smart or oh so pleasant. Well, for years I was smart. I recommend pleasant. You may quote me. Sent from my MacBook Pro.