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Larry W4CSC wrote in message ...
(Steve) wrote in
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Does anyone know if it is possible to modify the IC-M800 to operate on
Ham freqs ?

Any pointers to instructions ?

Thanks

Simon

We have the M-802 on Lionheart. To open its transmit up to 2-30 Mhz
transmit, simply hold down MODE and TX buttons together while pressing the
2 button. This toggles the radio between marine channels only and wide
open frequency transmit.

To keep my captain from being arrested, when I leave the boat, I toggle it
back to marine-channels-only transmit...(c;

73, Larry W4CSC/MM

Thanks for this, does that mean I can assume the M800 is the same as
your 802 ?

It would be great if it was 'toggleable' becuase like you we will have
a mix of people with different qualifications using the vessel and I
absolutely must ensure that we stay legal. Although it seems to me
that as a means of routine shore contact, a full ham licence at both
ends is virtually essential - is that correct ?

Thanks

Simon