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OE1ZKC
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Rating: 1/5
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Dec 8, 2003 05:30
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Too expensive repair by "Professional Radio" manufacturer
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I purchased a used unit in Japan and brought to Europe. After the test transmission for several days, PS unit started generating unusual noise. I tried to contact the Tech of JRC in Japan thru my friend in Japan to find the way to repair by myself. The Tech strongly recommended to send the unit back, which costs approx $250.
It was repaired in Japan. However, they charged another $250 for changing one resister and two FET and $450 for shipment. Very simple repair costs almost $1,000
Do not buy JRC, buy Yaesu or Icom. They have Technical Service in US and Europe. They do not need such expensive shipment. I know they do not charge so much for simple repair as JRC did.
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K9IKE
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Rating: 5/5
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Nov 28, 2000 02:02
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A JOY !
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I remember admiring this amp some years ago. At the time it was on the cutting edge of technology. Kilowatt solid state amplifiers were not the norm and even now they"re somewhat rare.
The amp was purchased used and I have to admit I was very skeptical. But after a few hours of use and a little familiarity with the controls I became very comfortable with its operation.
It works on all bands,delivering 1100 watts with ease. The temperature controlled fan is whisper quiet and the keying circuitry is silent. The only indication that the amp is operating is the wattmeter!
The amp has metering for swr,power,alc,and voltage. And a digital readout for band coverage.
Although the amp does not "follow" the radio from band to band. Tuning is accomplished by pressing the tune button. The amp automatically changes bands and activates the tuner for a 1.5:1 match.
On the air reports have been fantastic! This amp seems to be perfectly mated with my Icom 781.
My only concerns are the availability of parts as this was not a very popular amp probably due to its hefty price tag. And its physical size. In spite of the fact that it"s solid state, it is rather large. But it does perform with out a hitch
and if you have the room on your desk (or in my case under the desk)I"m sure you"ll find it to be a real joy to operate.
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