[CQ-Contest] Used Rig Query for New Contestor

[Jan Erik Holm]

Yes how difficult can 2 transistors and 3 resistors be!
By the way, most any NPN "small signal" transistor will work.
http://www.albany.net/~bg/Mods/1000D232.htm
Also roofing filter is no issue either, there is one for
the 1000D.
However personaly I´m not sure buying a INRAD roofing filter
for the 1000D is well spent money.
With the mods below an INRAD roofing filter does not seem
to give any IMDDR3 increase at all.
However, on a 1000D with no bandpassfilter diode mod an INRAD
roofing filter gives a substantial IMDDR3 increase, around 15dBm.
This is the mods I´m talking about.
1. W8JI noise blanker mod
2. Replace bandpass filter switch diodes, forexample per Yaesu
    service bulletin TB-93201
(The MP is also in need of the above) see W8JI web page and
Yaesu bulletin TB-9643
IMHO the 1000D is a much much better radio then the old MP,
not only is the RX better, the TX is much better too, TX has
better IMD performance and less key clicks on CW.

73 Jim SM2EKM
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Mark Steven Williams wrote:

> Bill,
> 
> I must interject one comment here. Computer interfacing to an FT1000 could 
> not be simpler. All that's required is a Dsub connector and a DIN connector. 
> Len, K1NU sells interface cables for many rigs for about $30 each. Very 
> easy...not an issue.
> 
> 73, Mark, K9GX
> 
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: <W1HIJCW at aol.com>
> To: <CQ-Contest at contesting.com>
> Sent: Sunday, July 23, 2006 6:57 PM
> Subject: Re: [CQ-Contest] Used Rig Query for New Contestor
> 
> 
> In a message dated 7/23/2006 5:53:24 AM Pacific Standard Time,
> n6ki_73 at sbcglobal.net writes:
> The only rig I can think of that would be in his price range of under $1000
> might be an older  FT-1000MP but as I recall, most people who
> got rid of the FT-1000Ds to buy the original MPs had many complaints and
> went back to their 1000Ds !
> 
> If $1000  is not enough than how much would he have to lay out - $1500?
> My $.02 worth ... There is no question that the 1000D is a better (depending
> on your requirements) rig than the 1000MP. That said however, the MP has a
> bunch of advantages such as a much easier computer interface, runs on either
> 12VDC or 110VAC, has the potential to utilize optional filters (including a 
> 3 kHz
> roofing) from INRAD, has a long track record as the radio of choice for
> multi-multi stations, etc.
> 
> Currently a "good" MP sells for anywhere from $900 to $1200 depending the 
> age
> and general condition. I can tell you as a result of my experience working 
> at
> HRO in Anaheim that interestingly enough, additional filters and other
> accessories DO NOT significantly add to the resale value. So it pays to ask
> questions about what options are included in a particular radio. Keep in 
> mind also
> that I am talking about the "original MP", not the Mark V or the Mark V 
> Field.
> 
> For my money, I would search out a good recent (1999 or 2000) MP, add
> whatever filters and options are desired, and go from there. That's what I 
> did, after
> selling both my FT1000D and my FT990.
> 
> 73 de Bill, W1HIJ/6, aka FOØSCH (2000, 2001, 2002), FO8DX (WPXCW 2001)
> Pina Colada Contest Club (KP2AA)
> NA6Q, (WPXCW05), W6EMC (ARRLDXCW06-M/2)
> Field Day Teams: NP4A (02), COØUS (03), KP2AA (04), KP2AA (05), KP2AA(06)
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