James Nelson wrote:

> I am in the process of getting my tech lisc.. A friend of mine suggested 
> the TH-F6A as a great beginers radio. He has had his for some time 
> and likes it for its ease to use. He also said I should check this group 
> out and read some of the messages for my benefit.

In this, or just about any other group, you will find varying 
opinions.  This is one of them.

The Kenwood TH-F6A is an excellent radio.  There is just about total 
agreement that it does many things well, and has a few shortcomings.

I'm not sure that I would describe it as a good beginner's radio, but 
when you get the radio, if you will set it aside to charge the battery 
while you read the manual, you should be able to get a running start 
at how to operate it.

It's a big manual, because there are many features, some of which you 
may never use, but many of which you will enjoy.  Perhaps you can find 
someone in your area who is familiar with the radio and can answer 
questions.

In the meantime, welcome to the list, and I hope you can learn 
something from the things posted here, as well as from some archived 
messages.

Also, you may wish to take a look at my New User Tips for VHF/UHF 
Operation, which may save you some grief when your license arrives.

   http://www.accesscom.com/~dave6592/usertips.html

73 Dave WB6KHP
San Jose

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Dave Schultheis, San José, Silicon Valley, Santa Clara County, CA, USA

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