The Kenwood '74 was not true, full-duplex. The TH-D72 was ...

Use your better HT's RX sensitivity, and use a second HT for TX.

Ideas at work-sat.com for you!

Clint K6LCS

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On May 21, 2023, at 10:00, Erik Jacobsen via AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:

I want to get back on the satellites using an HT. What are some options for handheld/HT radios? I have an Yaesu Ft5dr but I read its not full duplex. It seems like the Kenwood D74 has been discontinued as HRO and DX Engineering both dont have the radio in stock. I live in an HOA neighborhood so an antenna array is not an option.

Thanks and 73

Erik AI9O in Texas

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