To om3cvv:it is clear to me where you are going,but I think that there is certainly no risk of squealing on the converter from listening to the band. A fine of tens of thousands is a sufficient argument for me to leave mike alone. I didn't mention the brand because I don't have it yet. For now. I'm studying hard for the exams. But that's really off topic. I'm also going to gain some practice by listening to the band,I will of course broadcast only after obtaining a license.