Eric, I must make some assumptions, since you did not reveal the model number. HT1250 is a family name, not a model number like AAH25KDF9DU5AN. Without knowledge of the model number, it is difficult if not impossible to answer your questions.
The HT1250LS radios- depending upon the model number- are generally designed for trunking service, and have limited conventional capability. No, you cannot "flash" a trunking radio to have additional conventional channels, because both the firmware and the CPU masking have been designed for one purpose and cannot be changed. Some shady sellers on eBay are hawking HT1250LS radios as HT1250 (using new stick-on labels) and bilking unwary buyers. Perhaps the best course of action is to ignore any seller who will not reveal the complete model and serial number of a radio he or she is offering. 73, Eric Lemmon WB6FLY -----Original Message----- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of kk2ed Sent: Wednesday, November 05, 2008 11:34 AM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] OT: HT1250LS question Sorry for being off topic, but I was hoping someone here was familiar enought with the Motorola HT1250 series to answer a question or two - 1. Can I use an HT1250LS as a conventional radio? If I use it strictly as a conventional radio, can I get more than the 16 channels I see mentioned in the literature? 2. If not, can it be re-flashed as a standard HT1250 for 128 channels? 3. What is a clean HT1250LS UHF 403-470 full keypad with charger worth? I'm looking for a UHF HT1250 full keypad, but found what appears to be a good deal on an HT1250LS, and wanted to know the pros/cons before I buy it. I had a regular HT1250 a few years ago but sold it, and now wish I kept it! Thanks Eric KE2D
