At 02:23 AM 2/14/2010, you wrote: >My current thoughts are to get the 2200 now and the digital board later >when funds are available.
I'll add my voice to the chorus, and I concur with the general consensus. Of the two radios mentioned, definitely put down the extra money and go for the 880. The D-STAR features are much better developed. As others have pointed out, buying a used ID 800 is an option to save a few dollars. I've just come from a local hamfest down here, and I noticed a couple of 800s secondhand. 73 de VK3JED / VK3IRL http://vkradio.com
