All good points,I have been online and reading all the manuals. About the only thing have decided on is at least 7 Channels. Of course money is an issue, always is, as I'm a "tight wad". Hate spending more than I have too, feel ill when I do. Just want to be sure I get one that suits my future needs and is the right tool for the job. As far as "Junk" gees, the mother boards inside them, I'm sure, most likely come from the same source. So there really can't be that much difference other than the programing features. Probably putting more into it than need too, thought wise. Like Gorish said, I need to just do it! Whatever it is that I do! [8D]