RE: [Repeater-Builder] Anyone get RSS for MT1000 to run on a Dell M70 in DOS?

2010-03-25 Thread Yahoo
I use a bootable thumb drive with DOS 6.22 on a dual 1.8gHz laptop without any problems. Version R03.01.02 Moslo not needed. Have also used the same thumb drive on a Compaq P4 2gHz desktop without any problems. Might be just lucky but. Jeff -Original Message- From:

[Repeater-Builder] Glenayre

2010-03-25 Thread spikie622
I Saw Glenayre 9000 series exciter, receiver, TX controller, up/down converter, as well as Decibel cavity, and Wacom preselector on E Bay, anyone have any experience retuning these to useable frequencies?

[Repeater-Builder] GE Exec II UHF Station equipment

2010-03-25 Thread Jim
The GSA is auctioning off some GE Exec II desk stations repeater stuff from the Nevada Test Range: http://gsaauctions.gov/gsaauctions/aucdsclnk?sl=91QSCI10177704 http://gsaauctions.gov/gsaauctions/aucdsclnk?sl=91QSCI10177705 http://gsaauctions.gov/gsaauctions/aucdsclnk?sl=91QSCI10177706 Auction

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Squelch crash on a MSR2000 (Squelch Adjustment)

2010-03-25 Thread kc7stw
I would like to thank the group for the reply's on this topic. Takes me awhile to read thru the list at times. (railroad life takes up alot of time) once again. Thanks!

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Micor Big PA,what drive?

2010-03-25 Thread gervais
Thanks From: Captainlance Sent: Wednesday, March 24, 2010 11:56 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Micor Big PA,what drive? UHF take 1.5 watts, VHF 450mw. - Original Message - From: gervais To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent:

Re: [Repeater-Builder] opinions for a public safety repeater

2010-03-25 Thread WA3GIN
We use Kenwood TKR for 2m and 70cm repeaters (2 ea), both drive TPL amps, 250 watt on 2m and 100 on 70cm. Been up for years, not one hick-up. You don't get the great rich audio from the old Kendicoms but good quality communications audio. ARCOM, Inc does commercial work as well as amateur.

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Helper Instruments (Voltadder VA 502)

2010-03-25 Thread skipp025
While the subject is odd Helper stuff, remember the Mod Box or the Sineman? I'm a late comer to picking up extra Helper Instrument Equipment but I now have a modest collection of a few items like the Sineadder and a few of the antenna match boxes. I hadn't thought about it for a while but

[Repeater-Builder] Re: opinions for a public safety repeater

2010-03-25 Thread skipp025
Jed Barton j...@... wrote: Hey guys, Need some input here. I'm putting together a public safety repeater for my local FD. It's going to be really simple. Given the reliability factor, we're going with a Kenwood. Here's the million dollar question, i need some input. How about a

Re: [Repeater-Builder] RG21AU CABLE

2010-03-25 Thread Burt Lang
The high resistance wire is nichrome. As I recall its attenuation is around 20 dB/100ft at 2m. I built an attenuator using it about 35 years ago. It handled the maximum power rating of the coax as long as the first 10 ft from the input was well spread out to prevent build up of heat. There

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Helper Instruments (Voltadder VA 502)

2010-03-25 Thread Tony Faiola
On Mar 24, 2010, at 11:06 PM, Gary Schafer wrote: Yes he did build some for a few years. They were never a big seller as the price was pretty high. They did work pretty well. It did not have a digital display, only analog meters. There were lights that showed what range it was on.

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: opinions for a public safety repeater

2010-03-25 Thread Maire-Radios
look at the new version of the TKR-740 the NXR-700 repeater it is the way to go and get the ver 2 software. John 727-441-3250 - Original Message - From: skipp025 To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, March 25, 2010 8:37 AM Subject: [Repeater-Builder]

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: opinions for a public safety repeater

2010-03-25 Thread Maire-Radios
also there is the NXR-710 that replaces the TKR-750 - Original Message - From: Maire-Radios To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, March 25, 2010 9:56 AM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: opinions for a public safety repeater look at the new version

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: opinions for a public safety repeater

2010-03-25 Thread Jed Barton
hmmm, tell me more about that one. Is that the combination analog / digital? Did the tkr750 go away? -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Maire-Radios Sent: Thursday, March 25, 2010 10:22 AM To:

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: opinions for a public safety repeater

2010-03-25 Thread Larry Horlick
The digital side is Kenwood Nextedge, is it not? Does this mean that only Kenwood mobiles can be used? lh On Thu, Mar 25, 2010 at 10:47 AM, Jed Barton j...@jedbarton.com wrote: hmmm, tell me more about that one. Is that the combination analog / digital? Did the tkr750 go away?

Re: [Repeater-Builder] RG21AU CABLE

2010-03-25 Thread Doug
At 06:42 AM 25/03/2010, you wrote: The high resistance wire is nichrome. As I recall its attenuation is around 20 dB/100ft at 2m. I built an attenuator using it about 35 years ago. It handled the maximum power rating of the coax as long as the first 10 ft from the input was well spread out to

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: opinions for a public safety repeater

2010-03-25 Thread Jed Barton
Hey there, so it sounds like the tkr750 might be the way to go. I've heard the cresend stuff is awesome. -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of skipp025 Sent: Thursday, March 25, 2010 8:38 AM To:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: opinions for a public safety repeater

2010-03-25 Thread Ken Arck
At 10:03 AM 3/25/2010, Jed Barton wrote: Hey there, so it sounds like the tkr750 might be the way to go. I've heard the cresend stuff is awesome. ---Hi Jed. As you probably know, we have sold dozens and dozens of Kenwood TKR's. They have gone not only into ARS but many have gone into public

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Helper Instruments (Voltadder VA 502)

2010-03-25 Thread Dawn
The Mod Box was a great idea during it's time. Only the IFR-1000 at the time had the provision to use a microphone with a pre-emhasis network. Most all the service monitors only allowed an internal tone or external audio gen. Some allowed the mix of both. The Mod box was sort of like a

[Repeater-Builder] Anyone try the new ID-O-Matic 2?

2010-03-25 Thread AJ
http://www.hamgadgets.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=108 Looks like it might be a very -very- _very_ simple option for a temp repeater setup..

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: opinions for a public safety repeater

2010-03-25 Thread Maire-Radios
750 still there but yes the new one will do both - Original Message - From: Jed Barton To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, March 25, 2010 10:47 AM Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: opinions for a public safety repeater hmmm, tell me more about

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: opinions for a public safety repeater

2010-03-25 Thread Maire-Radios
Cresend yes very good we use a lot of it. - Original Message - From: Jed Barton To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, March 25, 2010 1:03 PM Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: opinions for a public safety repeater Hey there, so it sounds like the

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: opinions for a public safety repeater

2010-03-25 Thread Maire-Radios
I know Kenwood, Icom and Motorola on a open format. - Original Message - From: Larry Horlick To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, March 25, 2010 10:51 AM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: opinions for a public safety repeater The digital side is

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: opinions for a public safety repeater

2010-03-25 Thread Mark
Jed, I use a 150W Crescend PA on my 444.5500 Amateur machine with very good results. It fried something about a year after we put it in service, and I took it back to Crescend. They repaired it under warranty for us. It's been back in service now for over 2 years with no issues. Mark

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Anyone try the new ID-O-Matic 2?

2010-03-25 Thread k7pfj
No but we have used one for the portable ham repeater using two CDM1250 radios and a RICK unit that has no CWID. I used the link port of the controller to use the IDER and works flawless. Mike Mullarkey K7PFJ 6886 Sage Ave Firestone, CO 80504 303-736-9693 k7...@skybeam.com On Mar 25,

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Anyone try the new ID-O-Matic 2?

2010-03-25 Thread Leroy A. M. Baptiste
Yes Mike I have used and I am still using, GM300 and PRO5100 as repeaters for years and they worked flawlessly, although I must add they are probably working in a 25 to 35% duty cycle. I have used a Rick, ZR310, and Cat 250 as controllers with good results. Leroy Baptiste. J39AI -Original

[Repeater-Builder] Motorola L1884 For Sale

2010-03-25 Thread Gary
New/old stock Motorola L1884 rack mount reverting battery charger for high power MTR2000 repeaters. Made by Argus Technologies and includes manual and cables. Surplus to me and I need the storage space back. Cost a bunch new but will take $500 with free shipping in the continental U.S. Reply

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola L1884 For Sale

2010-03-25 Thread Gary
The charger is spoken for. Thanks all. Gary _ From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Gary Sent: Thursday, March 25, 2010 6:39 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com; 2wayradios4s...@yahoogroups.com; radios4s...@yahoogroups.com

[Repeater-Builder] NOS GE Phoenix For Sale

2010-03-25 Thread Gary
New/old stock GE VHF Phoenix PSX-200 synthesized mobile for sale. Model N5HH2w40CB with mic, bracket, original order card, and some wiring. Absolutely new in the box. I think it's all there but not sure so offered as is. I need the storage space back so will take $50 with free shipping in the

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Squelch crash on a MSR2000

2010-03-25 Thread Wallace Murray
Just to add my two cents to the discussion. The Motorola Micor and squelch modification is not 100 %. The and squelch in the Micor starts to function after the receiver has about .8 uV of signal. Encouraging your users to put their best signal into the repeater will minimize this effect. The

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Anyone get RSS for MT1000 to run on a Dell M70 in DOS?

2010-03-25 Thread Brian Raker
There's a reason why I keep my decrepit Toshiba T2450 ;) 486DX2/50 with 4 MB memory and a 2gb CF card plugged into the harddrive slot. Programs any (/\/\) I throw at it that uses RSS. -Brian / KF4ZWZ On Wed, Mar 24, 2010 at 11:00 PM, Yahoo ya...@icsradio.com wrote: I use a bootable thumb drive