Bob,
Any more details of the belly-mounted antenna? The fin mounted version is
poor with any radio if the receiving station is infront (like an airfield
that is being flown towards!).
Duncan McF
----- Original Message -----
From: "R.C.Harrison" <ptag.dev@ukonline.co.uk>
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Icom IC A200
<ptag.dev@ukonline.co.uk>
>
> Hi! Brian.
> I'm pretty sure that the ICOM IC A200 is no longer approved gear for new
> installations. Quite frankly on my experiences on a "grp ship" I consider
> that to be a good decision by the CAA.
> Mine is still poor on reception depending on engine shadow even with a new
> belly mounted antenae at about 140.! Believe me I have tried every thing
to
> solve the problem and find myself needing to fly most often with the
squelch
> facility off. The squelch control is automatic and can not be regulated
> freely by an in flight control making it IMHO unfit for purpose.
> I'm given to understand that the Microair set is the best thing since
sliced
> bread, suggest you investigate further.Mendholson supplied mine.
> Otherwise I have an ICOM IC A 200 you can pay me for!!!!
> Regards
> Bob Harrison
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of Brian Davies
> To: europa-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Europa-List: Icom IC A200
>
>
> Does any one know of a UK supplier for the Icom IC A200 transceiver? I
know
> I can get it from the US but it would be nice to have UK supplier support.
>
> Brian Davies kit 454
>
>
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