[TenTec] New Discussion Orion III Survey question

[Arthur Lewis]

*Hi Mike,*

*I also agree that the Orion and Orion II is fine for future use. I really
like the layout and the ability to use it easily in almost every radio
situation.*

*Good luck in the Ten Tec future.*

*Art WA8VSJ*

On Tue, Feb 21, 2017 at 5:01 PM, Steven Kline <skline4 at verizon.net> wrote:

> Hi Mike,
>
> Hang in!  I’ve invested heavily in TenTec over the years.
>
> Have a pair of Orions (565 and 566) and Alpha 8100 I bought new from old
> TT company and Alpha, before RKR.
>
> I like current physical layout of Orion and Orion II.  The functional
> layout using multi-function encoders seems a tad weak.  I’ve encountered
> several encoder failures in both of my radios, maybe just the luck of the
> draw, perhaps.  I don’t consider myself a heavy/abusive pusher on the
> encoder.  I’m not sure current encoders can sustain the “quantity of
> push’s” over an extended ownership period.  I tend to keep my radios once I
> find what I like… so longevity and maintenance is bigger decision factor
> for me.
>
> Love operating my ORIONs, wish the footprint was smaller, hi.  I know that
> doesn’t fit well in keeping with same form factor mold.
>
> Best 73,
> Steve - W5JK
>
>
> > On Feb 21, 2017, at 2:36 AM, Mike Dishop via TenTec <
> tentec at contesting.com> wrote:
> >
> > Without any distraction or off topic replies, I want to know if the
> Orion III can use the same front panel with the same controls and features
> /  buttons/ knobs and user interface.
> > The screen will be different, the guts will be different, the box may be
> different, and all of this does not matter.
> > All I want to know is if I can use the same expensive injection mold for
> the front.  If the answer is no then we will have to use a painted front
> like certain other people use.
> > This is not telegraphing that an O3 is eminent, under development or any
> other speculation.  Is the O2 front panel OK or not OK. that is all I want
> to know.
> > 73 DE N8WFF
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