At 10:41 AM 5/26/2006, you wrote:

>If I am correct, WL2K HF system is dependent on PACTOR. PACTOR is a
>proprietary system that is extremely expensive , not something
>available easily to all hams. Reliable hardware for PACTOR II and III
>is more expensive than a new HF rig these days.


Not really, If you are looking for PACTOR [one]  under 100 bucks
will get you up and running. There is 2 AEA PK-232MBX's on EBAY
at this time. I just got my 4th PK-232 last fall off EBAY.

If you are looking to play PACTOR II or III then you will have to put
out the big bucks.  One of the SCS PTC-IIex will set you back just
over 900 bucks. I just got one this spring and having a ball with it.

I do have a rig on 7075 most all the time.

John, W0JAB











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