OMNI VII

[Edmonds, J.B.]

May as well throw in my 2 worth.

1.	Keep the same color scheme.  Its not bad and the other accessories 
will match.  I have a Omni D Series C, Argosy II, 6m Xverter  and 
Paragon.  Hate the mismatch.  Those of us that have multiple TT rigs 
will love you.

2.	Keyer is OK but make it a useful one.  Quality design memory keyer 
or at least add keyboard input capability (not keyboard only) or 
computer keying.  Maybe a keyboard input jack that would drive both 
RTTY, CW, PACTOR.  Granted it requires new functionality.  (Novel 
idea, a built in multi-mode TNC)

3.	While we are on the subject put the software for the microprocessor 
and keyer/TNC etc in "Flash ROM" so that it can be updated via the 
RS-232 input.

4.	DSP at least in the audio section, perhaps switchable in or out?? 
 Better quality speaker in the PS/Speaker with perhaps the DS built-in 
there.

5.	Keep the meter.  Maybe even a larger one with cross needles?

6.	Dual receiver as well as VFO.  Stereo jack so that you can listen 
to both at the same time "a la" FT-1000.

7.	The KISS principle still applies.  Most of us would like an 
affordable rig, simple to operate, uncluttered front panel with the 
"neato" features under the covers and they just work magically without 
forty-eleven knobs to figure out.  Big knob, big meter and BIG digital 
readout.

8.	And Last of All    -----    Bring back the Corsair II with RS-232 
as the entry level TenTec.  Put my order in for Serial Number 1.

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J. B. Edmonds				jedmonds.dit@state.va.us
Technology Acquisitions Manager
State of Virginia - DIT
110 S. 7th Street
Richmond, Va.  23219



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