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Old June 6th 04, 07:23 PM
Jerry Kurata
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"Doug Vetter" wrote in message
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When TIS weather information is available it will be provided by the
Government. However, you will have to pay to have your display device
modified to show the weather.


True, but I think it's safe to say that will minor cost in the scheme of
things, especially if you consider how much money you'll save by not
having to pay monthly access fees to the commercial providers.


The cost factor of UATs have yet to be determined. What we do know is that
the GLD-49 is $3600, plus installation. GTX-330 is $3,500 Plus installation.
On top of this you already have to have a GNS 430 ($7000) or 530 ($10,000).

Considering all that, $60/mo + $800 for the software for the uncertified
WxWorx system does not look too bad. But, then there is the cabling mess and
hatred for subscription systems to consider. Decisions, descision, .....
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jerry