When buying a used rig one important question is...
Does the manufacturer still offer support in case the rig need repair or realignment or a software update.
In particular ICOM, Yaesu, and Kenwood.
For instance I just read a review for a Yaesu FT-290 that states that...
The processor section of the rig is no longer available, and Yaesu no longer supports the rig at all.
Absolutely shameful that if one encounters a bad processor that they must just "throw it away
So, when does ICON, Yaesu, and Kenwood stop supporting their products?
The minute they discontinue manufacturing, or what?
And what other things should one be aware of in terms of long term manufacturers support for used rigs?
Thanks for any info.