[TenTec] O2 Backlighting Longevity

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 I dont know if its EL or a tube but if its a tube it will last longer than EL. EL is affected by age,quality and the amount of time its in operation. 10 years is the best you will get from EL before it starts lose its luster. The Tube (cold cathode) will generally last longer but with both, the transformers that step up the voltage to power them can give up the ghost as well. The tubes stay brighter longer IMHO. 
 
 
 
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From: turnbull at net1.ie
To: tentec at contesting.com
Sent: Tue, 31 Oct 2006 2:53 PM
Subject: [TenTec] O2 Backlighting Longevity


Hi All,
Can anyone tell me what the expected life of the O2 display backlight is.
Does it make sense to use the lowest illumination level as a means of
extending the life span.   Is this even an issue?    I have been wondering
and this is the place to seek out an answer.   I most enjoy reading the
contributions each day.   Thanks & 73 Doug EI2CN

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