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had id knowen i would have paid the extra $120 to save the hassle.

Anyone want to buy a Brand new ICOM IC A6 $380 + postage? unused unopen .

Ive just purchased a US version and was told by ICOM after i sent then this email- Hi there i recently purchased a Us version of the IC A6. I have seen the

Australian Type Approved and was wondering what the difference's are and if

the American version will still function in fully in Austlralia?

Thankyou for your time

This was the reply

The Product is known as a grey import, and

as such, does not qualify for our warranty.

Grey imports are sourced from un-official channels, and have the

following issues:

- They do not meet Australian specifications and may not be

suited for australian conditions

- Not covered under an Icom Australia Warranty

- Not type approved

- Often missing accessories ( accessories not available

locally.)

- No repair support ( Icom Australia not stocking parts for

them)

- Many unhappy customers

As they are not type approved, I would strongly suggest that you do not

purchase from companies selling grey imports, as by using their products

you are liable to ACMA prosecution.

A list of authorised dealers can be found on our website, please contact

them to find an official reseller in your area.

Thank you, and sorry for any inconvenience caused.

Actually no...most australian models do tend to have different/extra parts in them to comply with the minimum specifications required by the ACMA. When it comes to two way type radios the australian spec is usually higher than the american spec for example usually harmonic suppression for the aussie model needs to be between 2 to 5 dB better. If you look at what I posted you will see that some models are approved for different operations here...this is the reason for it what sells in other places around the world do not necessarily comply here.Radio gear is what I do for a living both in sales and service and we must comply with the australian regulations even when repairs are done once finished they must comply with these specs.

Mark