Re: [Repeater-Builder] vertex ftl-1011

2005-03-13 Thread Adam T. Cately
Just go back and forth across the front end coils for best sensitivity over the frequency spread you would like to have, and you are set to go. You should also adjust the TX and RX VCO's - the RX should be set where it gives best performance and sensitivity IN SCAN, or you will not receive all

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for Recommendation or info

2005-03-13 Thread Mark Holman
I had a freind fellow ham who found some of the classic B battries and stuff somewhere in Chicago, IL. if the unit has a battery supply of some sort but I am guessing standard 120 VAC just my 3 cents worth, cost reflected due 2 inflation. Mark Holman mark.holman at talkamerica dot net have

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: portable/mobile GMRS repeater antenna

2005-03-13 Thread russ
Hello All, I can say that I feed my antenna on my Port-a-peater from the duplexers to the antenna with Beldon mil spec. RG-214/U it is silver and I use type N connectors on it, the duplexer is TX/RX and of Crosse the repeater is a Kenwood TKR 850 (non ver. two) it can be installed in about 10

[Repeater-Builder] Modulation Papers

2005-03-13 Thread scomind
Hi Guys, We putthree white papers on the S-COM website (www.scomcontrollers.com) written by Virgil, W0INK, that follow up on some of the discussionsabout PM and FM on these lists. If you're in the mood for some interesting technical reading, fill your coffee cup and take a look at:

[Repeater-Builder] Re: portable/mobile GMRS repeater antenna

2005-03-13 Thread kc7gf
SHAMELESS PLUG: 5 foot 7" fiberglass single section antenna #1486, tunable 406 - 512 MHz, 6.5 dB (manufacturers claim) 135 MPH, 3 -5/8 wave elements, 7 1/2" radials, DC ground, 50 ohm, 1 3/16 to 2 7/16" pole mount, SO239 connector (will pretunedif needed) Art -

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Antenna mounting brackets portable repeaters

2005-03-13 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
HOW MANY do you need ?, I have several in the box or sealed packages they are the galvanized v shaped flanges (4) with 2 threaded rods and I believe they will work from 1.75 inch to 4 inch pipe (they are factory mounting brackets and I have a couple of extras)I use them to mount our db 412

[Repeater-Builder] RC 1000 Controller

2005-03-13 Thread va3vkk
When I program a function for example DTMF Muting enable/disable or Tail beep program Then disable controler codes all is OK but if I loss power it reverts back to previous setting This happens on new changes leading me to think I am missing a step to save them. All others seem OK VA3VKK Kim

Re: [Repeater-Builder] RC 1000 Controller

2005-03-13 Thread albemarle7
The Ron Wright RC1000 is a little tricky. Make sure you have the correct Control Program Select Code List (Table 15.1) for the Revision of your controller. You should use the table that is in the book that came with the controller. They are all different. I have a number of these RC1000

RE: [Repeater-Builder] RC 1000 Controller

2005-03-13 Thread Mike Mullarkey
I have several and had no problems with them. I have two RC-100 w the rack option I am going to sell. Needed 3 other full duplex ports so they had to go. Oregon Repeater Linking Group Mike Mullarkey 6539 E Street Springfield, OR 97478 541-747-1303 [EMAIL PROTECTED]

RE: [Repeater-Builder] RC 1000 Controller

2005-03-13 Thread Richard
If the controller gives you the beep indication that it accepted the function change, then it is automatically saved. Are you programming/changing the DTMF access code (function code) for a particular function, or are you actually changing the parameter (such as the tail beep)? The reason I ask

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Modulation Papers

2005-03-13 Thread Kevin Custer
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Guys, We putthree white papers on the S-COM website (www.scomcontrollers.com) written by Virgil, W0INK, that follow up on some of the discussionsabout PM and FM on these lists. Bob, First of all, please give Virgil a BIG thanks for his

[Repeater-Builder] Good quality RG-8X ?

2005-03-13 Thread Al Wolfe
Group, My comments about RG-8X coax are based upon my limited exrperiance with it. I have never owned any or used any that I remember. The stuff that I have examined all seemed to have a very open weave to it. The only connector I know of for it is the UG-176 + PL-259 combination. It

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Good quality RG-8X ?

2005-03-13 Thread Ralph Mowery
--- Al Wolfe [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Group, My comments about RG-8X coax are based upon my limited exrperiance with it. I have never owned any or used any that I remember. The stuff that I have examined all seemed to have a very open weave to it. The only connector I know of

[Repeater-Builder] info direct tv

2005-03-13 Thread Maire Company
I know this is a little off for here. Does any know the max distance you can run RG6 Quad from the dish to the box? thanks John Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go to:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ To unsubscribe from this group, send an

Re: [Repeater-Builder] info direct tv

2005-03-13 Thread John J. Riddell
The "rule-of-thumb" is 100 feet There are little amp's that you can get for use over 100 feet. John VE3AMZ - Original Message - From: Maire Company To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, March 13, 2005 5:14 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] info

RE: [Repeater-Builder] info direct tv

2005-03-13 Thread Mike Perryman
John, Nope, not for sure... but I do know that both RCA and Sony make a line amplifier that uses phantom voltage intended to power the LNB. I have usedthem before with good results. I would try google-fishing for an answer...I know there are several user groups that explore mods and

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Good quality RG-8X ?

2005-03-13 Thread motarolla_doctor
RG-8X was developed with a larger center conductor and the dilectric was made out of a material to allow the larger conductor while keeping the outer size about the same as rg-59. I mite add some to this: The RG8X cable is a true 50 ohm cable rather than the RG58x variants, most of

[Repeater-Builder] Re: GE Mastr II UHF PA deck needed

2005-03-13 Thread motarolla_doctor
Mike Morris, I replied that we have one, NEVER even got a reply from you? Check your e-mail --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Mike Morris WA6ILQ [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The Pasadena City College ARC (W6BAB) GE Mastr II repeater lost it's PA deck due to a lightning strike. All

[Repeater-Builder] Looking for 2 Low band mirtreks for a school project

2005-03-13 Thread Rick Charlotte
If you do, or know of anyone I could contact, I'm looking for any of the following models; T51 (60 Watt) with chassis HUB1002B, HUB1022B, HUB1004B, HUB1024B T81 (110 Watt) with chassis HUB1012B,HUB1032B, HUB1014B, HUB1034B again this is fpr a school project and have verry little funds at this

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Good quality RG-8X ?

2005-03-13 Thread Neil McKie
If it comes to a question here, I use either the silver plated RG-223 or RG-214 ... better still is Andrew Heliax. Hello Will, Neil - WA6KLA motarolla_doctor wrote: RG-8X was developed with a larger center conductor and the dilectric was made out of a material to allow the

[Repeater-Builder] Motorola MCX 100 TONE / CTCSS BOARDS

2005-03-13 Thread Ali
Hi All, I am trying to get 10 or more ctcss/tone boards for the above radio anyone help Regards Al Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL

[Repeater-Builder] Re: RC 1000 Controller (MCC List Available)

2005-03-13 Thread John Burch
Paul and company - Some time ago a Yahoo group was formed for (and I quote here): This mailing list is for those people or groups that are interested in, or are using Micro Computer Concepts Repeater Controllers. The purpose of this list is for those wanting to gain knowledge or specific

Re: [Repeater-Builder] RC 1000 Controller

2005-03-13 Thread albemarle7
ReRC1000..I experienced same problem you mentioned about it accepts the instruction by giving RR but it really didn't. I call the controller the fortune cookie controller because it lies to me by saying it accepted the code but it really didn't. First off, don't be afraid to do a reset

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: RC 1000 Controller (MCC List Available)

2005-03-13 Thread albemarle7
John, Thank you for the heads up on MCC Controller list. Very interesting. Gary K2UQ Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go to:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Your use of Yahoo!

Re: [Repeater-Builder] info direct tv

2005-03-13 Thread TGundo 2003
The rule of thumb is 100 ft. In practice, 150 to 200 feet has worked for me in a pinch without any line amp. Have gone 400+ feet on RG-11 with no problem point to point. In large buildings in downtown Chicago we use stacker systems and RG-11 and line amps to go 50-60 stories. Also depends on

Re: [Repeater-Builder] info direct tv

2005-03-13 Thread Maire Company
I take it RG 11 is bigger that 6. is there fittings that will go on it for F connectors? normal RCA dish. but I have a 10' C-KU dish I am not using at this time. thanks John - Original Message - From: TGundo 2003 To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent:

Re: [Repeater-Builder] info direct tv

2005-03-13 Thread TGundo 2003
RG-11 is very close in size to RG-8. There are crimp F connectors (although I wouldnt recommend them), and Thomas and Betts makes Snap n seal augat style f connctors or it which work very well, but require a special tool. The 10' dish is too focused for directv. You will only pick up one or

[Repeater-Builder] DB 4001 cavity

2005-03-13 Thread rrath
What it the power rating of the DB-4001 cavity. Where can I find it? Thank you. Rod Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] * Your use of

[Repeater-Builder] WTB Decibel Products 4041 H-2 Cavities

2005-03-13 Thread rogeradio
I Want (want -my foot)-INEED two PD 4041 Cavities. They arein the40-50 MHz range. No sell-a-dent please. Roger Hansen, W6TOZ Auburn, WA 98092 Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go to:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ To unsubscribe from this