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| Reviews Summary for AEA Model PK-232MBX |
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Reviews: 18
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Average rating: 4.8/5
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MSRP: $399.95
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Description: Transmit and recieve all legal Amateur digital modes that are popular on both HF and VHF. In addition you can send and recieve black-and-white Weather FAX. Modes include, Packet Mail drop, Baudot and ASCII RTTY, AMTOR,/SITOR CCIR,Morse code, HF Weather FAX, and optional PACTOR...
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More info: http://www.timewave.com
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KB1NXE
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Rating: 5/5
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Jan 19, 2009 18:55
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I own 3 - is that enough?
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I bought my first when Heathkit licensed it as a kit! I've been through several iterations of computers and software. From the Cartridge in a Commodore-64 to the lastest version now called Radio Ops Center. I've not used anything easier or more intuitive when coupled with the CCS software. I've had a MFJ TNC, and replaced it with another PK-232.
I've had this product for 25+ years and IT'S STILL SUPPORTED! Software upgrades still released, current ROM chips and upgrades available, etc. Can't go wrong.
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WA3IVX
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Rating: 5/5
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Apr 1, 2008 08:32
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Great TNC, Great Software
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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For my money, the combination of the PK-232 and the PK-Term software is fantastic. Since I recently upgraded to the PSK unit, I find the decoding of the PSK superior to other soundcard programs which I have used in the past.
The PK-Term software is intuitive, a feature which, since I use this in MARS operation, is a must. Trying to send discrete commands via any terminal program (Think Hyperterm) takes simply, too long, and the PK-Term gives one click ability to what can become an intensive process. Using the PK-Term software, one can concentrate on operating the TNC, not spending time programming the unit.
Additionally, the other modes supported allow one to have a little fun (hey, won't comment on CW here, as I find that even the [slightly degraded (closed head injury)] wetware unit inside my skull as superior to any TNC for this mode, and a manual Commo Mill is the only printer needed or required for CW operation --hi--)
At any rate, the combination is number one in my book. If one wants ease and comfortable operation, well, you've found your mix here.
73 de Greg "GW" Moore WA3IVX (MARS call not disclosed)
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N4MJG
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Rating: 5/5
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Jan 5, 2008 10:08
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Great TNC
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I had mine 4 years now,planing on use it for rtty soon.will put it on ft-847 while kantronic using for aprs, but will use the pk-232mbk later on down the road.
73
Jackie
KG4ORX
WEBSITE http://webpages.charter.net/kg4orx/
HamRadio Since Aug 2001
General Lic. Since March 17,2007
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W0BKR
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Rating: 5/5
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Sep 20, 2007 07:06
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Oldie but great!
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I love my PK-232MBX especially for RTTY. Works like a champ and hears the weak ones. Only problem is getting software these days for the PK-232 (a bit pricey). I have yet to get mine to work properly, that is, stay connected, on VHF Packet. My PKTERM99 software is okay, but now I need to replace it for $100, I think I will start shopping around. At the moment, running hyperterminal off the computer to get on packet but still have constant disconnect issues. Nothing wrong on RTTY.
Suppose I will go back to my ol KPC-2 for VHF Packet (what it was designed for) and keep the 232 for digital HF Modes.
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VO1MDS
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Rating: 5/5
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Mar 25, 2007 10:51
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Great Multimode tnc
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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What a great tnc,what more can i say,i love these unit's,i own two versions,the newer PK-232mbx and the PK-232>no daughter board,no mailbox...oh well!
anyway,this is a great tnc,you wont be disapointed if you purchase one of these great tnc'c,although AEA has closed it's doors to amateur radio,i wouldn't hesitate to buy more AEA rig's.
I now own a few AEA tnc's and interfaces including:
AEA PK-232
AEA PK-232MBX
AEA PK-64
AEA PK-12
AEA CP-1
AEA,you cant beat em.
73 and take care. de vo1mds
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SWL377
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Rating: 3/5
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Jan 27, 2007 17:59
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OK, but PK 900 better
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I liked my PK 232 MBX until I bought a PK 900. The 900 is a waaaay better unit. That cheap used swap meet PK 232 isnt so much of a bargain after you have to pay for upgrades and PK 900s are available used for about the same total amount. I have used a stock MFJ 1278 (poor), a PK 232 MBX (OK) and a PK 900 (incredible). I am no longer tempted by non MBX PK 232s at the swap meets for $35. If you dont have much money, a used PK 232 MBX isnt a bad idea, but if you can find a PK 900 for just a bit more BUY IT. I see lots of cheap used PK 232s but not many MBXs, so those who have them must be hanging onto them.
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KQ4CD
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Rating: 4/5
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Jan 22, 2007 10:51
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very good
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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the units worked great but I missed place the software and I just see spending the money for Timewave any ideas on what to use or could fine some bodt with the software that come with is
thank you for your time
Paul/KQ4CD
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OZ1ES
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Rating: 5/5
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Feb 14, 2006 06:54
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Workhorse
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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Been using it off and on for the last 20 or so years. Did the DSP and MBX update a couple of years ago.
This made a great TNC even better.
This is one of the classic pieces of ham gear that apperantly wouldnt die.
Erik - OZ1ES
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KG6QMZ
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Rating: 5/5
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Oct 2, 2005 21:35
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Work Horse
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I use it for Packet, Pactor, Amtor B and RTTY. I purchased a quality interface cable from Timewave and use PKTerm for Windows. Timewave gives excellent customer service for this product. Only Morse code works poorly on this unit but I don't use it for that.
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VK4TUX
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Rating: 5/5
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May 3, 2005 21:23
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Great TNC
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Time owned: 6 to 12 months
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Very versatile unit, easily upgraded to keep up with the times. I upgraded to V7.2 firmware and carried out the 170HZ RTTY alignment and the unit works flawlessly on HF RTTY and vhf packet where I use it most. Its possible to direct solder the rear radio (5 pin ttl)connections if you cant find a plug, as I did for the vhf radio connection. Recommend the K0BX site for great info(with TS850s) etc.
Adrian
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