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Ya not bad considering no need to mess with taking apart the faceplate/ panel. Will now think about powering it maybe going with a voltage reg as suggested if i can find an easy to tap switched 12v source. Thx for the comments guys.
Posting before & after pics in low light conditions with anytone 5555n. Not perfect but pretty decent considering no need to take appart front panel and easily removed if ever needed Total cost of this low tech lighting solution was probably $10.
Please advise me to what is a good replacement mic for my SR-497HPC... Answer: 497 is "wired like Cobra", so many choices available. That radio does not need a power mic, so purchase a stock "coffin style" mic with a decent cord, like the ones that Astatic uses. The Superstar DM-507 is my go-to. https://www.ebay.com/itm/3050474478...adANq91JSiEEnz8EGqPJRBloTgEyaVsBoCtoMQAvD_BwE $12.99 + .99 cent shipping.
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