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Reviews For: Idiom Press/Ham Supply Hy-Gain Illuminator

Category: Antenna Rotators & Accessories

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Review Summary For : Idiom Press/Ham Supply Hy-Gain Illuminator
Reviews: 29MSRP: 9.95
Description:
A three-LED replacement circuit for the incandescent lamp in Hy-Gain rotator control boxes
Product is in production
More Info: http://www.hamsupply.com/rotator-illuminator/
# last 180 days Avg. Rating last 180 days Total reviews Avg. overall rating
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K4JPN Rating: 2019-07-13
Great Product Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I have had this mod in my Yaesu G-800DXA rotator for several years and very pleased with it. The pilot lights that come with the rotator are not bright enough. The directions to install this mod are excellent and the mod is easy to install. It is well worth the small price for the improvement of the display.
W5ZZT Rating: 2019-07-13
I finally see the light Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I thought I was doomed to getting down close to the control box of my Ham IV to see where it was pointed until I installed this quality built kit.

What fun to build. It reminded me of my days building Heathkits when I was a kid. I just wish there had been more parts to solder on. The build ended way too quick for me :)

Lots of adjustments. I put mine on full brightness and love it. I just wish I'd see this sooner.
N0TES Rating: 2019-04-03
Well done! Time Owned: 6 to 12 months.
This illuminator is well worth the money. It improve my operating experience, especially when looking for my bifocals!

It’s probably the easiest kit that I’ve ever put together. I would definitely recommend it, even if you do not have any experience building things.

So if you’re looking for something that will make your life easier, don’t hesitate to purchase this illuminator!
K0UA Rating: 2018-08-02
Great product. Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
The kit goes together in a few minutes, the illumination is really great. My older eyes were having a hard time seeing the numbers with the original bulb. This is SOOO much better. I don't need to keep the flashlight handy any more! Sorry I didn't do this sooner.
KA1J Rating: 2018-08-02
Excellent lighting Time Owned: more than 12 months.
A couple of things - First off, this illuminator is fantastic. I'm not seeing as well as I used to and this makes the old tailtwister control so easy to see the range numbers.

I have had this now for quite some time but haven't used the rotor in several years and never commented on it. It is easy to assemble and positioning is easy to do . This is a very easy kit to put together and the reward is worth it.

Lastly, the new owner of the company is a good guy, easy to talk with and he resolved an issue relating to an issue stemming from a time before he owned the company. It's nice to find people with real integrity.

I have no affiliation with the company, I'm just a satisfied customer.

73,

Gary
KA1J
W7NEE Rating: 2018-04-18
Great Product Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I have the "New" style Hygain control box. The photos that are posted on the Ham Supply are very helpful in installing this Illuminator! I have never purchased these until I seen the updated photos to install this in the "New" style boxes! It was a very easy task and works Great! Thanks Ham Supply for a great product! No more burnt our bulbs and rotator turning in the dark!
N9AI Rating: 2017-04-26
Great LED accessory Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
This is a great low priced add-on. Very easy to install and what a nice change to the old dim light.
WC4R Rating: 2016-04-21
Perfect Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Easy to assemble & install. Works exactly as needed. Great improvement over the dim lamp.
K2NV Rating: 2016-01-15
Brigtened my day! Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I recently ordered the Idiom Press Rotator Illuminator from Ham Supply.com, who recently took over the Idiom Press line. I received the kits in 2-3 days. Great service! They were very easy to build and install. It gave new life to old controllers. It's getting harder to read as we grow in age (and wisdom).... I would alway dread when the pilot lights would blow out. It seemed I never had any 24v bulbs in my junk box. This solves the problem too! I highly recommend this product.
73
Tony
K2NV
K0QC Rating: 2014-12-23
Easy Upgrade Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Just received the kit yesterday. Was easy to build and install. Instructions were fine. Used the lowest light setting as that is plenty bright for my shack. Much improved meter lighting with the LEDs.