Average rating: 4.7/5MSRP retail price: $199.95Description: 2 Meter data radio with 25W output and 14 memory channelsThe product is not in production.More info: Summary for Alinco DR-1200T Data RadioGreat radio even on voice Time owned: more than 12 monthsThe DR-1200 was an inexpensive 2-meter radio marketed for packet use in the early 90s. To save cost, the radio didn\'t come with a mic, but it\'s quite capable on FM voice with a Kenwood 8-pin mic.
A very simple mod can provide receive (and transmit) coverage from 132 to 173 MHZ. I occasionally use the radio to monitor local police and fire. Whether for packet or for monitoring local ham frequencies, my 1200 has remained powered up most of its 20-year life.

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