[TenTec] Please tell me about the TT Omni VI+

[Chuck (Jack) Hawley]

Good info. I have the 564 and had to replace the surface mount components on
one board. It isn't as bad as it seems like it's going to be at first
glance. Just need a good bench lamp with a magnifier.
I had the most fun with this rig than any I have ever owned...somewhat due
to being able to (and having to...) do some work on it like resetting the
oscillators and static charge damage to the swr bridge and op amp.
I also put two Inrad 2.8 KHz filters in it and like the change. You need
both I think.
I'm thinking of getting the Orion just to have something to work on...

Chuck, KE9UW

> -----Original Message-----
> From: tentec-bounces at contesting.com
> [mailto:tentec-bounces at contesting.com]On Behalf Of Steve N4LQ
> Sent: Tuesday, September 28, 2004 11:50 AM
> To: tentec at contesting.com
> Subject: Re: [TenTec] Please tell me about the TT Omni VI+
>
>
>
> > PLease tell me your experiences. I am 90% SSB. Most important operating
>
> I suggest you do a Google search for these topics:
>
> Omni VI SSB audio
> Omni VI+ SSB audio
>
> You find many comments about the poor receive audio quality and
> some ideas
> on how to enhance it.
>
> > Also, Is a VI with a tag on the back saying OPTION 3 FACTORY
> INSTALLED as
> > good as a real VI+ ??
>
> The Original Omni VI was a model 563. An upgrade was available to
> make the
> 562 into a VI+. The VI+ came out later as a new rig and model 564.
> There are some differences, mostly having to do with construction of the
> circuit boards. The 564 began using surface mount components which are
> almost impossible to replace when/if neded. Just keep in mind
> that the 563
> is older.
>
> > What should I have to pay for an EXCELLANT one?
>
> Which one? The 563 should sell for about $1,200 and the 564
> $1,500. Filters
> run about $65 on the used market. prices vary.
>
> > Any help is appreciated.
> >
> >
> > 73,
> > Lee, KC9CDT
>
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