Subj : Suggestions for a low-cost HAM rig that can handle AX.25
To   : All
From : Khelair
Date : Fri Feb 13 2015 19:28:00

  I'm looking to expand my system into something that will run AX.25, in order
to hopefully be able to punch some communications through any sort of
communications blackout that might be thrown down on the population of the USA
in the future.  I'm also looking for a rig that I can learn the HAM basics on,
as well.  I've already studied for my test a bit, and I think that I can safely
purchase hardware soon, and be assured that I'll be able to use it before too
terribly long.
  My issue right now is that I'm cost-inhibited.  I really can't assume that
I'll have anything more than $200, tops, to spend on this project any time
soon.  Does anybody have any suggestions for a unit that I might be able to get
(hopefully a step up from handheld) that I can plug into my computer's sound
card for AX.25, that will still give me a semi-decent experience for this total
of money (including antenna and the like)?  I'd be very grateful for any sort
of input or pointers in the right direction.
  Thanks for your time!

  -K

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