"Rightrik" schrieb im Newsbeitrag
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| Hello, i'd like to know the differences between the Kenwood TS-2000 sold
in
| USA and the one sold in EU.
| Can i use an USA specs model in the EU, and vice versa?
|
| Thanks,
| Riccardo
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|
Hi, Riccardo,

as courtesy to the group, i will answer in english.

A fellow HAM, OE8GMQ purchased a TS2000 through Gigaparts www.gigaparts.com
early this year. there are, up to now, no known issues with the radio, and
he is very happy with it. Some issues do arise with importing US models into
EU, as they dont have the CE-certification. This only applies, when the item
is SENT to you by the seller. If you take it with you after a visit in the
US, Amateur Radio appliances are free of customs fees, but you have to pay
for the applicable european sles tax, eg. 20 % in Austria, or 16 % in
Germany, it is called Import Tax. On the other hand, you dont have to pay
the sales taxes in the US.

As the price difference between EU and US is that great, (retail price US ~$
1700, EU~ Euro 3000) it pays off to make a short trip to the east coast for
the shipping fee (he paid 250 USD) and get you a nice week in NYC or
anywhere you want for the rest of the difference.

Another fellow HAM OE8KDK went to the HAMVENTION at Dayton this year to buy
a TS480. In comparision to buying the rig in Austria or Germany, he had a
free trip to Dayton.

What I dont know about, but what you should consider is the warranty
situation. If this is of importance for you,
you might have to take this into account when thinking about such a deal.


Good luck and 73
OE8SOQ
Helmut