I have spent many hours with several boxes (WX0B's, ZS4TX's, DX Doubler). I
prefer the first generation SO2R Master by WX0B. Array Solutions have since
discontinued it and replaced it with the one built by ZS4TX. The guts mount
out of site, and the remote head is bullet proof and can be placed any where
you want it. I like this setup better because I can hit the switches without
even looking. When I need to switch quickly all I have to do is fling my
hand over to the remote box and my thumb catches the flywheel I installed
and im on the other band. DX Doubler and ZS4TX's box has teenie toggle
switches on the front that you actually have to zero in on if your trying to
switch quickly. I guess thats the Single-Op in me coming out as I think
that some things during a contest should be done without looking or even
thinking about it - just automatic. The voice keyer in the ZS4TX box IS
attractive though.
I prefer my switching to be manual insted of having the software do it. I
have used TR alot, and I always find myself riffling through the manual a
few times during the contest. It's almost TOO smart for me. I use two
computers networked together running CT in the Multi-Single mode. I flag all
the 2nd radio qso's so I know which are which, and I use the mini keyboards.
The Keyboard are sitting right in front of the radio that they are logging
for - KISS!! But ya'll already knew that was the secret SO2R set-up right?
;)
73
Mike, KA6SAR
Michael Baker
Scouting Supervisor
Atlanta Braves Professional Baseball Club
800-688-3094 x61041
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