I have to admit that spending less on a radio and more on antennas is the
smartest thing anybody can do.
I also feel similar to Barry about radio with upward conversion IF (or vhf IF,
as Barry called it). However, of all the radios on the market with upward
conversion, the OM VII is probably the best and certainly MORE than good enough
for normal ham use. Only the most serious contester in the busiest of contests
would be slightly unhappy with the OM VII.
If you are not in that category, then don't worry about the upward conversion
of the OM VII.
I joined this thread late and don't know why the Eagle was not considered on
the short list.
I have had 3 Orions, 5 or 6 OMNI VI's and now have the Eagle.
I am very pleased with this radio.
The OMNI VI(+) is a fantastic radio and my only beef against it is age.
It's a wonderful radio.
73
Rick
-----Original Message-----
From: tentec-bounces@contesting.com [mailto:tentec-bounces@contesting.com] On
Behalf Of Barry N1EU
Sent: Wednesday, November 09, 2011 7:43 PM
To: Discussion of Ten-Tec Equipment
Subject: Re: [TenTec] Omni VI+, VII, or Orion for next rig. Can't decide
Without further qualification of your individual preferences, I'd say
Orion #1 and Omni VI+ #2. Admittedly, I'm not that familiar with the
Omni VII, but I prefer radios with hf and not vhf intermediate
frequencies.
The reason I downplay the Omni VI+ is that realistically, you're going
to need to service the radio more because of its age. Also, I really
think the stock audio isn't great (but with mods, it can be). So if
you're very handy with a soldering iron and know your way around a
schematic, the Omni VI+ is a good choice.
73, Barry N1EU
On Wed, Nov 9, 2011 at 6:34 PM, <d.e.warnick@comcast.net> wrote:
>
>
> Ron,
>
> If the Orion II is outside the budget, take a look at the Omni VI+ or VII.
> The VII will give you 6 meters (the biggest reason I got that one). The VI+
> with full filters will give first class CW and SSB. It's also a heck of a lot
> easier to work on, at least for these old eyes and hands that aren't as
> steady as they once were.
>
>
>
> As you look at the cost, don't forget accessories. I've got the Inrad roofing
> filter and most of the other 5 are Inrad on the VI+'s. Adds a lot. A TT power
> supply will add $150. It's a must as some protection is built in. Also, the
> outboard VFO control will att $100 to $125.
>
>
>
> On the VII, allow $125 for the PS and $125 for the outboard control. You'll
> need filters. Used rigs should include them. Beware of those who strip them
> out to part out the rig.
>
>
>
> I'm not a fan of inboard antenna tuners and the one on my VII is turned off.
> Decide whether you need one or not and plan on the cost difference. As you
> drive a linear amp, you shouldn't need it at all. Of course, that doesn't
> apply to the VI+, as the tuner is not an option.
>
>
>
> The VI+ will cost a bit less (not a whole lot) than the VII and I liked some
> features of it better (NR, etc). You indicate that you are a casual operator.
> In light of that, I'd put my $$$ in an Omni VI+ and use the extra $$ left
> over for the antenna farm. It's a very capable rig for casual, DX and
> contesting. It's also very easy and intuitive to operate with lots of nice,
> single purpose well-labeled knobs.
>
>
>
> I've got 2 of those and one must go as I also have the O II and use it all
> the time.
>
>
>
> You won't be sorry with any of those choices.
>
> That's all I can do to confuse the issue further.
>
>
>
> 73 es gud luck
>
>
>
> Dave
>
> WA3F
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
>
>
> From: "Rodney" <w3krq@dejazzd.com>
> To: "Discussion of Ten-Tec Equipment" <tentec@contesting.com>
> Sent: Wednesday, November 9, 2011 1:14:11 PM
> Subject: Re: [TenTec] Omni VI+, VII, or Orion for next rig. Can't decide
>
> GET THE ORION 1 GREAT CW RIG ALSO SSB AND AM ROD W3KRQ
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Ron Rollinson
> Sent: Wednesday, November 09, 2011 1:03 PM
> To: tentec@contesting.com
> Subject: [TenTec] Omni VI+, VII, or Orion for next rig. Can't decide
>
> Hey guys, I've been reading the list for a couple months now. I'm a
> current Pegasus owner, which is my backup rig and what I use when I'm in
> front of the computer, but I'm looking to replace my main rig which is a
> Yaesu FT-102 that I've owned for the last 12 years or so. I've pretty much
> narrowed it down to the 3 rigs mentioned in the subject line.
>
> The Omni VI+ appeals to me because of the great specs and the roughly $1k
> price on the used market. Another part of me though thinks I should spend
> the extra money and get one of the more modern ten tecs. It seems to me
> that the VII and Omni are priced roughly the same on the used market at
> around $2k. The Omni II is out of the range I'm willing to spend right now.
>
> I'm not a contester, I chase the occasional DX, and I do enjoy operating
> CW. I'll be driving an Ameritron AL-80B to various wire antennas and a
> vertical.
>
> Anyway, I realize that asking which HF rig is the best is like asking which
> motor oil is the best on an auto forum, but I'd appreciate any thoughts
> from the more experienced ten tec owners on the list.
>
>
> 73, Ron NR8O
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