I have built many MVP repeaters using the NHRC MVP controller. I always test the repeater with full output power. I have never witnessed any in cabinet desense with any MVP conversion I have done, no matter VHF at .6 MHz or UHF at 5 MHz separation. Now, I wouldn't recommend running them that way in repeater duty, but we are talking about in-cabinet desensitization, not how long the PA will last.
Kevin Chuck Kelsey wrote: > I'm not running any MVP's in duplex - they are in service as either link > radios or monitor receivers. However, I've used Exec II's without backing > them down much (reduced due to heat considerations). > > Chuck > > > > > >> The auction listing mentions that original MVP Repeater has >> only a few watts output. I seem to remember the original MVP >> repeater PA being rated about 2.5 to 3.5 watts output? >> >> Bob and Chuck, >> >> Are you guys turning down the output power on your conversion >> MVP (radio to) Repeaters? ... or running near/at the nominal >> radio RF output level without major internal cabinet de-sense >> problems?
