I would agree that the 2010 is probably suffering from the blown FET. It
is quite easy to hear hams on 40 meters ssb in the evenings with a portable
and the built in whip. The 2010 is a fine performer when it is functioning
properly. I will also assume that you have tried the amateur frequencies
enough times to be sure you were not experiencing poor propagation.
Otherwise, the used Drake R8, Kenwood R-5000 etc. as previously mentioned
are great overall receivers. The Icom R-75 special noted previously if
within your budget, is a great choice. When used in conjunction with an
outdoor antenna these should produce better results for you.
If listening to ham radio is your main interest, by all means, take the time
to earn your amateur license! You will be exposed to a whole new world of
radio fun. There are a number of amateur only transceivers and receivers on
the market that will do a great job, and not break the bank. Several older
rigs from the late 70's and early 80's have hot receivers and can be had for
$250-350.
Good luck!
--
Dave,
Icom 746pro, Drake R-8, Grundig YB-400pe
Icom V-8000, Yaesu VX5R, Uniden
780xlt, R.S. Pro 95, R.S. Pro 2066
G.E. SR3
"Chuck" wrote in message
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As previously posted...
This seems like a good deal for those who are interested.
Manufacturer: ICOM
Item : IC-R75
Description : .03-60MHZ RECEIVER WITH SYNC AM
$525.00
Coupon: $50.00
YOUR HRO PRICE $475.00
Additional information :
Now includes FREE UT-106 DSP unit with purchase ! Offer extended to
October
31st 2004!
Click the button to add this free item to your cart!
http://www.hamradio.com/
"RHF" wrote in message
om...
= = = (Jim) wrote in message
= = = . com...
Currently I have Sony 2010 receiver. Works great.
I'm planning to get a amateur radio. On my Sony,
I can barely hear anything in amateur radio bands.
Even when I upgraded the antenna, all it did was
to increase the noise.
So, my point is this:
Instead of spending $300+ on portable receiver,
just wait and then buy a amateur transceiver.
With every configurations being equal, ham radio
will surely outperform portable SW receivers.
You can even buy a used one for $300.
Am I right?
KC7JFV,
If you can NOT "Hear It" on your Sony ICF-2010 and your
new Antenna.
1. Then have your Sony checked-out for a bad External
Antenna RF (Input) Transistor.
- Check-Out the Sony ICF-2010 eGroup on YAHOO !
eGROUP= http://groups.yahoo.com/group/icf2010/
2. Re-Check your Antenna and Ground System.
3. Try building a "LOW NOISE" SWL Antenna
READ - Low Noise "SWL" Antenna for the Kenwood R-5000 /
Icom IC-R75 [NO Antenna Tuner Required]
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Shortw...a/message/1525
TIP - For your Sony ICF-2010 build a Portable Radio
Antenna "GIZMOE" Connector Box to protect the Radio's
External AM/SW Antenna Input.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Shortw...a/message/1489
4. If you want a 'new' Receiver for SSB, CW and FM
on the Amateur [HAM] Bands consider the Icom IC-R75.
http://www.universal-radio.com/catal...rxvr/0175.html
USED: Kenwood R-5000, NRD-525, Drake R8*, Yaesu FRG-100, ETC
- Check-Out the Icom IC-R75 eGroup on YAHOO !
eGROUP= http://groups.yahoo.com/group/icomr75/
5. If you want a 'new' Transceiver for SSB, CW and FM
on the Amateur [HAM] Bands consider the Icom IC-718.
http://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/hamhf/0718.html
iane ~ RHF
.
Some Say: On A Clear Day You Can See Forever.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Shortw...na/message/502
I BELIEVE: On A Clear Night...
You Can Hear Forever and Beyond - The Beyond !
.
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