"Geoff Burginon" wrote in message
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On Sat, 29 Jan 2005 03:32:15 GMT, "SamSez"
However, this IS rec.radio.scanner -- not rec.radio.shortwave, and
Passport's
'Verdict' section on the icom says "Among tested PC-controlled receivers,
the
Japanese-made Icom IC-PCR1000 is the most appropriate for wideband
frequency
coverage." -- which kind of sounds like what a rec.radio.scanner
questioner
would be interested in...

Indeed. In such case I would have however recommend the WinRadio
WR-1550e. I happen to own this model also, and in my experience it
runs circles around the PCR 1000.

Geoff

Concur - owning both a PCR1000 and a Winradio 1500e, I fully support the
statement. My experience with the PCR 1000 has been very negative to put it
mildly - it has **** sensitivity and has woeful support from hte
manufacturer. The top of the line winradio gear is a damn sight more
expensive, but there is not a lot of cost difference between the 1000 and
the 1550 - my advice, don't waste your money on the Icom.





Matt