Re: [Repeater-Builder] Multimeter for $2.99

2006-01-03 Thread JOHN MACKEY
I think analog meters are easier for beginners, but I have successfully tuned radios (Motrac/Motran/Micor/Mocom70) many times with a DVM. -- Original Message -- Received: Tue, 27 Dec 2005 09:52:58 PM CST From: Neil McKie [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re:

Re: [Repeater-Builder] ACC RC-96 Controller (was GE-Mastr II Audio Problem)

2006-01-03 Thread Kevin Custer
Eric Lemmon wrote: Jim, Thanks for the response. Aside from the two ICs already named, the little board has a 330 pF disk capacitor, an unmarked inductor, a 10k resistor, and a 2N3904 transistor. The PAL10L8 chip is soldered to the board. I haven't traced out the wiring because I thought

[Repeater-Builder] Hi-Pro repeater

2006-01-03 Thread Jay Sario
Hello to Everyone, Does anybody have a copy of operating or maintenance manual for Hi-Pro receiver board model R4U and transmitter board EU1. Your help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Jay Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: polyphaser Help

2006-01-03 Thread Dale Pratt
I don't know what you are talking about by straps on shopping carts but the state of WV has been using chains fastened to axle housings and let them drag roadway for years is this same idea? Oldmax On 1/2/06 1:56 PM, Laryn Lohman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: --- In

[Repeater-Builder] Repeater Builder Hats, For Sale

2006-01-03 Thread Kevin Custer
I have 4, Repeater Builder Hats that are left from a run that I didn't sell all. First come, first served. PayPal Welcomed, $16 each shipped. http://www.repeater-builder.com/hats/ Email me first Kevin Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Multimeter for $2.99

2006-01-03 Thread Neil McKie
In the past, I have used an oscilloscope when I was in a hurry. Neil - WA6KLA JOHN MACKEY wrote: I think analog meters are easier for beginners, but I have successfully tuned radios (Motrac/Motran/Micor/Mocom70) many times with a DVM. -- Original Message -- Received: Tue,

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Static Cling (was - polyphaser)

2006-01-03 Thread Mark A. Holman
They used to sell those @ JC Whitney Co. check the Auto Parts Stores mark ab8ru Bruce Nanney wrote: Ok, There putting strips on the bottom of Target and Wal-Mart shopping carts to keep static down when a customer grabs the handle. So why wouldn't this work well on a vehicle? Thanks,

Re: Fwd: RE: [Repeater-Builder] ACC RC-96 Controller (was GE-Mastr II Audio Problem)

2006-01-03 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi Mike - I've had no problems using an SM-100 Shackmaster (I have a couple of them) and the TS-440S. It's just that the SM-100 is good for what it's intended to do, but it's not a real Repeater Controller - it's more of a Ham Shack controller. I want to use the RC-85 to run a normal UHF

Re: [Repeater-Builder] polyphaser Help

2006-01-03 Thread Mark A. Holman
Forgiven ! and i am not a preist either :-) Paul Yonge wrote: Mark - My remark about Extra class was a poor attempt at humor. One is never too old for anything. I was trying to say that others think I'm classy enough. Paul Yonge, CBT (70-years-young in three weeks)

[Repeater-Builder] ssr relays (leakage)

2006-01-03 Thread skipp025
You are right on the money Fred... I don't normally trust solid state relays to be 100% off at any time. We've had debates about using them in rf amplifier hv supplies over on the below group. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/rfamplifiers/ Some people like them, some don't. I don't think

[Repeater-Builder] Re: interface to shut off a radio on temporaly base

2006-01-03 Thread skipp025
gervais fillion [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: well fred this is in interesting discussion here i dont have all the knowledge to work on the modification too fit the controler you see so i must pay for it in a telecom company here every time i need to do something on it (as many others too )

[Repeater-Builder] cart wheels...

2006-01-03 Thread skipp025
Now the cart mfgrs are replacing at least one cart wheel with same size unit made with/from conductive material (composite). The new neat'o trick is the replacement locking wheel - latch set up if you try to leave the market parking lot with a cart. All built into the wheel hub assembly.

Re: [Repeater-Builder] WANTED: Motrac B94MDB manual..

2006-01-03 Thread Ted Bleiman K9MDM - MDM Radio
byron i have the manual for c64mdb. the high power p/a is same a the b94msb station. i thought i had both but can't find the b94 book right now. the c64mdb manual is $15 + shipping. i am looking for the high power book also. mdm tedBryon Jeffers K0BSJ [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have come

[Repeater-Builder] [FS] ACC RC-96 Controller for parts or fixup

2006-01-03 Thread Ethercrash
My repeater group has an ACC RC-96 controller availavble for sale. As far as we can tell, the only problem with it is that it does not properly detect COS from the receiver. Would serve for a parts farm or maybe a fix-er-upper. Make us an offer. Thanks, Brian Poellnitz Heart Of Dixie

[Repeater-Builder] [FS] ACC RC-96 Controller for parts or fixup

2006-01-03 Thread Ethercrash
My repeater group has an ACC RC-96 controller availavble for sale. As far as we can tell, the only problem with it is that it does not properly detect COS from the receiver. Would serve for a parts farm or maybe a fix-er-upper. Make us an offer. Thanks, Brian Poellnitz Heart Of Dixie

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Repeater Builder Hats, For Sale

2006-01-03 Thread Ted Bleiman K9MDM - MDM Radio
kevin... hold 1 for me mdm $16 in the mail Kevin Custer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have 4, Repeater Builder Hats that are left from a run that I didn't sell all.First come, first served.PayPal Welcomed, $16 each shipped.Email me firstKevinYahoo! Groups Links* To visit your group on the

[Repeater-Builder] Looking for 800/900 hybrid

2006-01-03 Thread Jeff DePolo WN3A
Anyone have a hybrid out of an 800/900 MHz combiner or the like? Needs to work at 950 MHz. I don't need an entire combiner, just a hybrid. Thanks. --- Jeff Jeff DePolo WN3A - [EMAIL

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: interface to shut off a radio on temporaly base

2006-01-03 Thread Fred Townsend
skipp025 wrote: "gervais fillion" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: well fred this is in interesting discussion here i dont have all the knowledge to work on the modification too fit the controler you see so i must pay for it in a telecom company here every time i need to do something on

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: interface to shut off a radio on temporaly base

2006-01-03 Thread Jeff DePolo WN3A
Title: Message Kitchen dishwashers are also great for cleaning gunked-up mobile radio accessories like control heads, speakers, mics, mounting brackets, etc. Remove the speakers, mic elements, PC boards that contain switches, and other electronics that don't take kindly to water first of

RE: [Repeater-Builder]Polphaser help

2006-01-03 Thread Clarke, Tom VX-20 OPS
Title: RE: [Repeater-Builder]Polphaser help Message: 1 Date: Fri, 30 Dec 2005 16:42:33 -0800 From: Dick [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: polyphaser Help -snip Last, but certainly not least, you talk with the folks who write the aircraft

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Digest Number 3529

2006-01-03 Thread Clarke, Tom VX-20 OPS
Title: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Digest Number 3529 Subject: Re: Re: Static Cling (was - polyphaser) --Kevin said--- I took one of the Static Busters and put the end that gets mounted in my mouth. I did the test again,

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: interface to shut off a radio on temporaly base

2006-01-03 Thread gervais fillion
hello Fred i remembered seeing my friends that were working at a radio-mobile dept washing there phoenix ,all there parts,with a misture of Mrnet and alcool and passing air compressor after water to clean ad get dry all parts they even put the part under a red light when it was time for the

[Repeater-Builder] cleaning electronics

2006-01-03 Thread skipp025
Hi Fred, Fred Townsend [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'd like to second Skipps comments and add one of my own. At the factory we used ordinary dish washers (until we got the commercial washers) to clean PC boards. Also guilty of doing said... although I don't use the dishwasher for

[Repeater-Builder] Re: ssr relays (leakage)

2006-01-03 Thread Coy Hilton
Here are a few things to remember about Solid State Relays (SSRs). 1. THEY ARE NOT SAFETY SWITCHES all electronic equipment should have safety switches to de-energize equipment when it MUST be off for service. 2. THEY ARE NOT FUSES that is why you need fuses and breakers. Now having said that

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Repeater Builder Hats, For Sale

2006-01-03 Thread Paul Yonge
I'll buy one if I'm not too late. Paul Yonge Syracuse NY On Jan 3, 2006, at 9:07 AM, Kevin Custer wrote: I have 4, Repeater Builder Hats that are left from a run that I didn't sell all. First come, first served. PayPal Welcomed, $16 each shipped. http://www.repeater-builder.com/hats/

[Repeater-Builder] Repeater Builder Hats, For Sale

2006-01-03 Thread Kevin Custer
The hats are gone, thanks... Kevin 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! Groups is subject to:

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Repeater Builder Hats, For Sale

2006-01-03 Thread Kevin Custer
Paul, You are too late, BUT... I'm going to get a few more made. Paying by PayPal or Postal Money Order? Kevin Paul Yonge wrote: I'll buy one if I'm not too late. Paul Yonge Syracuse NY Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Hi-Pro repeater

2006-01-03 Thread Eric Lemmon
Jay, Go the Maggiore Hi-Pro Web site at http://www.hiprorepeaters.com/ and use the contact links to request the manuals you need. They are available at a reasonable cost. 73, Eric Lemmon WB6FLY -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: interface to shut off a radio on temporaly base

2006-01-03 Thread Richard
I agree... When I was a board tech,we would wash boards in a tub oforganic cleaner. I can't rememberthe name of it, butwenicknamed it green death because it was pretty hard onour skin. After letting the board soak in it a while,we'd then take it out rinse it well, then dry it with

[Repeater-Builder] Off Topic Annoumcment

2006-01-03 Thread Steaven Rogers, W4YI
Sorry for the off topic post, but this is a one time post on the subject. Just wanted to announce that my wife gave birth to our expected twins on Friday 12/30/05. Name are Steaven DeWayne Rogers Jr. born at 8:12am 6Lbs and Emma Grace Rogers (Gracie) born at 8:15am 6Lbs 15oz. Mother and

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Off Topic Annoumcment

2006-01-03 Thread Vincent Caruso
Congratulations and all the best! Vince, KC2LSN Steaven Rogers, W4YI wrote: Sorry for the off topic post, but this is a one time post on the subject. Just wanted to announce that my wife gave birth to our expected twins on Friday 12/30/05.Name are Steaven DeWayne Rogers Jr. born at

[Repeater-Builder] Re: polyphaser Help

2006-01-03 Thread Laryn Lohman
--- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Dale Pratt [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I don't know what you are talking about by straps on shopping carts but the state of WV has been using chains fastened to axle housings and let them drag roadway for years is this same idea? Oldmax

[Repeater-Builder] Cleaning PC Boards (was: Unrelated topic)

2006-01-03 Thread Eric Lemmon
Around 1973, Hurricane Celeste struck Johnston Island- where the Air Force had an active THOR launch complex. The winds damaged the roof of the missile guidance station, allowing the Univac computer system to be heavily contaminated with salt water. I was in the first wave of technicians