If you really want to use a digital system, look into the Icom DStar radios.

Frankly, I think it's more hype than it is useful but it might suit your needs.

JohnE

P.S. If you'd be interested in selling that Yaesu radio, let me know.


Edited by JohnE (05/04/09 08:51 PM)
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JohnE

"and all the lousy little poets
comin round
tryin' to sound like Charlie Manson"

The Future/Leonard Cohen