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Old 12th Oct 2016, 07:12
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LowNSlow
 
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8.33 MHz + Mode S

As the deadline approaches I'm going to bite the bullet and swop out my old Narco radio and Mode C transponder {both working perfectly well thanks for asking} so I'm looking for some advice before shelling out the heard earned cash to keep the airlines, NATS and EASA happy!!

My options are:

1. Dittel KR2 + Trig TT21 @ £2755
1. Trig TY91 + TT21 @ £2900
2. Funke ATR833 LCD + TRT800 LCD @ £2915
3. Funke ATR833 OLED + TRT800H OLED @ £3100

My preference would be to have the two units from the same manufacturer but the Dittel + Trig setup comes in £150 cheaper. I had an old, err ancient, Dittel in my Auster and it was a reliable unit so I am happy enough with the manufacturer unless anybody has any negative experiences with the more modern units.

Does anybody have any preferences regarding the Trig / Funcke choice>

What is the actual difference from an operational viewpoint between an LCD and an OLED display and is it worth the £185 difference?

Of course another view is, what the hell, there is only 10% delta between 1 and 4 so go for the best spec.......

All advice and user stories gratefully accepted
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