RE: [Repeater-Builder] Feedline Connector Sealant Tape

2008-06-25 Thread Barry C'
I use quite a lot of Nitto brand tape , it works well here in Queensland Australia through 42 C deg and the odd cyclone year after year To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, 25 Jun 2008 22:00:58 -0700 Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Feedline Connector Sealant

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Wanted to buy: Panasonic CF-25 laptop or equivalent for radio programmmi

2008-06-18 Thread Barry C'
I use a simple 4 gig stick loaded with bart , and the install files drivers etc , most modern lappys will usb boot , if not then a dos boot with usb drivers from a floppy will work easily . If the machine has neither floppy or cd then a usb floppy is cheap and normally will get you a start .

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Wanted to buy: Panasonic CF-25 laptop or equivalent for radio programmming

2008-06-13 Thread Barry C'
KD8B At 06:51 PM 6/12/2008, you wrote: yes, hence the ..or equivalent... part. On Thu, Jun 12, 2008 at 2:53 PM, Barry C' mailto:atec77%40hotmail.com[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Doesn't the machine just need a suitable port and speed ? , the toughbook isn't a must

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Wanted to buy: Panasonic CF-25 laptop or equivalent for radio programmming

2008-06-12 Thread Barry C'
Doesn't the machine just need a suitable port and speed ? , the toughbook isn't a must ? To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, 11 Jun 2008 21:20:24 -0700 Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Wanted to buy:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: antenna suggestions for 440mhz

2008-06-08 Thread Barry C'
I should have thought a change from resonance will cause a phase shift in the matching/harness therefore a change in tilt , or have I been reading the wrong books ? To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sun, 8 Jun 2008 07:53:23 -0500 Subject: Re:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: antenna suggestions for 440mhz

2008-06-08 Thread Barry C'
suggestions for 440mhz not if all matching harness branches are the same length - Original Message - From: Barry C' To: repeater-builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, June 08, 2008 8:13 AM Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: antenna suggestions for 440mhz

2008-06-08 Thread Barry C'
To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sun, 8 Jun 2008 20:08:38 -0400 Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: antenna suggestions for 440mhz even if the harness is balanced it's only effective at the design freq so a freq change

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Sunday at Dayton - Part Deux

2008-05-20 Thread Barry C'
of it. I always use a debit or credit card on Paypal. Brian ka9pmm Barry C' wrote: Ebay and paypal are the same company ? one of the reason I wont deal with them unless cash or cash in person or if really want it CC

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Sunday at Dayton - Part Deux

2008-05-19 Thread Barry C'
Has she made several bad films yet with a heavy accent ? To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Mon, 19 May 2008 14:05:27 + Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Sunday at Dayton - Part Deux --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com,

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Sunday at Dayton - Part Deux

2008-05-18 Thread Barry C'
Ebay and paypal are the same company ? one of the reason I wont deal with them unless cash or cash in person or if really want it CC To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sun, 18 May 2008 15:05:00 -0700 Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Sunday at Dayton - Part Deux

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Home-made ressonant cavities?

2008-05-15 Thread Barry C'
Google Heliax cavities and of course if you have access to a modest lathe you can turn your own quite cheaply To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, 15 May 2008 11:11:27 -0300 Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Home-made ressonant cavities?

FW: [Repeater-Builder] DTMF controllable propane generators

2008-05-09 Thread Barry C'
the gasifiction depends to a large extent on the mix , unless pure propane I think you might be in for a surprise , if you know a good motor engineer ) we have one in another group) then I suggest you take advice about the matter as there are ways to make it work. To:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] DTMF controllable propane generators

2008-05-09 Thread Barry C'
that 5k is still 10x what a good scrounger can do the job for To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Fri, 9 May 2008 07:38:27 -0400 Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] DTMF controllable propane generators Your solution may be

RE: [Repeater-Builder] DTMF controllable propane generators

2008-05-09 Thread Barry C'
discussing this with a motor engineer who really knows about lpg/propane this was his response How far below ground level do you need to go to get away from the atmospheric temperature variation? Enough distance below ground with an insulated door will see a temperature consistently over 0C.

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: antenna question

2008-05-04 Thread Barry C'
Nitto make a very good roll of malable self sealing rubber tape which works very well and is moderately priced . To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sat, 3 May 2008 21:54:05 + Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re: antenna question

RE: [Repeater-Builder] More on Copper theft

2008-04-23 Thread Barry C'
anyone with a lit tower would be guilty of it, then. Joe M. Barry C' wrote: Premeditated manslaugther .. MM nah thank but no thanks -- To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed

RE: [Repeater-Builder] More on Copper theft

2008-04-22 Thread Barry C'
Personally I wonder how much exception the local Magistrate would take if the thief happened to start leaking a little being mistaken for some kinda bird n all :) To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, 22 Apr 2008 06:02:52 -0700 Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder]

RE: [Repeater-Builder] More on Copper theft

2008-04-22 Thread Barry C'
Prevention is better than a cure ( which you keep secrete) Geovision siftware and some old cctv cams is cheap connected to some sort of high intensity light source tends to slow them down ... To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:23:51 -0400

RE: [Repeater-Builder] More on Copper theft

2008-04-22 Thread Barry C'
, they don't be hitting any more tower sites - preventing the next guy and likely saving some of your lines. Your way is just passing the problem on to the next site. (not meant as criticism per se) By weeding out all the scum, the problem is prevented. Joe M. Barry C' wrote

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Gawd, it's quiet on here

2008-04-17 Thread Barry C'
Maybe they are all out having a life :) To: repeater-builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, 17 Apr 2008 17:55:41 -0700 Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Gawd, it's quiet on here Where did everybody go? Did I miss some hamfest? Dayton isn't until

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Antenna Tower

2008-04-06 Thread Barry C'
How much does he expect to pay for the removal ? To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sun, 6 Apr 2008 12:19:50 + Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Antenna Tower Antenna Tower steal 95 Ft tapered. Built in 1960, Central

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Static on grounded feed line system.

2008-04-04 Thread Barry C'
There are non destructive ways of testing BUT in the telecomms game gas based devices suitable for you application are less than $2.00 each so simple replacement seems reasonable if you are on site anyway ? To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Fri, 4 Apr 2008

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Scotchkoat

2008-01-17 Thread Barry C'
mekp is the hardner in many body fillers.(peroxide) To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, 9 Jan 2008 11:41:40 -0500 Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Scotchkoat Hi Paul, thank you for this info, based on this I'm sure

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Scotchkoat

2008-01-07 Thread Barry C'
Any of the usual shop thinner will remove it from metal tools , as for the car I suggest a spot test first or you might do some real damage.. next time drop sheet :) To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Mon, 7 Jan 2008 12:05:05 -0500 Subject: Re:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] RPT Antenna trimming -Length to RX or TX freq?

2007-12-23 Thread Barry C'
Of course you start long , kinda hard to add some at 300 ft. To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sun, 23 Dec 2007 15:48:35 -0800 Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] RPT Antenna trimming -Length to RX or TX freq? I vote for the TX

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Wow!!! only $449!!!!

2007-12-22 Thread Barry C'
I shouldn't get terribly excited http://tinyurl.com/2ey9y2 To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sat, 22 Dec 2007 13:10:46 -0600 Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Wow!!! only $449 Nothing found. Ken Arck wrote:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Looking for some info good or bad on this coax?

2007-12-07 Thread Barry C'
Considering the prices I pay (in the trade) against common retail one can't be certain , testing a bit would be a great start To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Fri, 7 Dec 2007 19:34:08 -0700 Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Looking for some info good or bad on

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Icom gives 5 more D-Star repeaters to the WIA

2007-11-24 Thread Barry C'
Explaining the continued lack of interest in those specific repeaters.. Personally the conversion process of a junker IS the journey To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sat, 24 Nov 2007 10:20:27 + Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Icom gives 5 more D-Star

RE: [Repeater-Builder] 19 rack positioning question

2007-11-24 Thread Barry C'
Just remember heat rises so the hottest items usually go high in the stack , assuming you have a top mounted fan. To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sat, 24 Nov 2007 18:50:41 + Subject: [Repeater-Builder] 19 rack positioning question

RE: [Repeater-Builder] 19 rack positioning question

2007-11-24 Thread Barry C'
Of Barry C' Sent: Saturday, November 24, 2007 3:37 PM To: repeater-builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] 19 rack positioning question Just remember heat rises so the hottest items usually go high in the stack , assuming you have a top mounted fan

RE: [Repeater-Builder] 19 rack positioning question

2007-11-24 Thread Barry C'
Very familiar with these , wonderfully well made and will outlast all of us although in my part of the world they have fans Std . To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sat, 24 Nov 2007 19:39:45 -0800 Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] 19 rack positioning question

RE: [Repeater-Builder] I need some advised.

2007-11-23 Thread Barry C'
A dedicated radio link , possibly on 70cm ? will do the job perfectly To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sat, 24 Nov 2007 00:28:15 + Subject: [Repeater-Builder] I need some advised. Hi, First, I like to mention

RE: [Repeater-Builder] fx5000

2007-11-08 Thread Barry C'
Either look at the rocks and run a sweep gen across the input or guess and sweep it then To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Fri, 9 Nov 2007 02:14:08 + Subject: [Repeater-Builder] fx5000 i have a philips fx5000 repeater

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola Bidding to Acquire Control of Vertex Standard (Yaesu)

2007-11-05 Thread Barry C'
Would be interested in your impressions after a few days use , I am seriously thinking of one able to press into base driving a home made gallon and mobile use B To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Mon, 5 Nov 2007 18:37:41 -0500 Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder]

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Doubling Power Output On UHF Repeater

2007-11-02 Thread Barry C'
Pretty close to the mark , maybe add a gain antenna and enjoy the results . To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Fri, 2 Nov 2007 16:37:56 -0400 Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Doubling Power Output On UHF Repeater I would halve

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: TPL amplifier - aka repeater operation at the 250 watt power lev

2007-10-20 Thread Barry C'
Exactly my thoughts , I would rather use a 30 watt rpt which is clean and sensitive than a deaf 250 watt widebander.. around these parts our rpt average less than 50 watts and can be heard well considerable distances (with lower power which in of it's self is a result of remote locations)

RE: [Repeater-Builder] AC Line Conditioner

2007-09-27 Thread Barry C'
To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, 27 Sep 2007 20:21:21 -0700 Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] AC Line Conditioner Don, Thanks to some advertising hype being spread by manufacturers of so-called surge suppressors, one

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Rohn 25g Tower

2007-07-29 Thread Barry C'
I should have thought mounting the brkt is better , all to easy to mount after and discover you need to grind or shim. (unless you can measure ferpectly ) From: Don KA9QJG [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject:

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Rohn 25g Tower

2007-07-29 Thread Barry C'
From: Chuck Kelsey [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Rohn 25g Tower Date: Sun, 29 Jul 2007 21:53:42 -0400 Forget the Rohn 25G and house bracket... Get a 200' Rohn SSV free-standing tower and live

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: UPS

2007-05-24 Thread Barry C'
I am surprised no one has suggested the simple answer with a ups , find one that does the job and fit a huge external battery , I have a 2kw unit here with storage which will run for days (140 kg of cells), used ups and used traction batteries Locally I can buy an 750 watt ups for under

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Cisci LMR Gateway

2007-05-17 Thread Barry C'
It's entirely possible to boot the ios on a cheap computer via a usb stick , add a suitable interface /port card for radio control and you have all the advantages of the radio over ip in very cheap package , now if I can do it so can you guys :) although there are other o/s such as certain

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Sort of a repeater question

2007-05-06 Thread Barry C'
A passive radiator should work BUT if not then a simple addition to the building injection point onto the cable tv system or fta system will be easy and cheap as it just requires some simple mixing From: Maire-Radios [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To:

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Mini - UHF Connector

2007-04-22 Thread Barry C'
From: Dexter McIntyre W4DEX [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Mini - UHF Connector Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2007 02:51:52 -0400 Mike Morris WA6ILQ wrote: I've had no problems after I

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Poor Mans Repeater Project anyone?

2007-04-11 Thread Barry C'
Pretty simple really , maybe 25 watts max but the fun starts with the controller . From: skipp025 [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Poor Mans Repeater Project anyone? Date: Wed, 11 Apr 2007 18:02:44

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Poor Mans Repeater Project anyone?

2007-04-11 Thread Barry C'
6M ? a very interesting band currently , I will be reading along . From: KD5SFA [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Poor Mans Repeater Project anyone? Date: Wed, 11 Apr 2007 14:15:43 -0400 (EDT) Sounds

RE: [SPAM] RE: [Repeater-Builder] Repeater Builder language

2007-03-25 Thread Barry C'
From: Richard [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [SPAM] RE: [Repeater-Builder] Repeater Builder language Date: Sun, 25 Mar 2007 19:06:15 -0700 I get so tired of people who complain about wasting bandwidth like it's

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Watch your use of the English Language here

2007-03-24 Thread Barry C'
The amusing thing is the correction of spelling or grammer instantly brands that party as a loser , and the rest of the world does not use American spelling , perhaps Gary l doesn't realise this ? From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To:

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: LMR feedline revisited and revised!

2007-03-22 Thread Barry C'
From: Chuck Kelsey [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: LMR feedline revisited and revised! Date: Thu, 22 Mar 2007 15:30:09 -0400 I'd agree. Anyway, we all know how aluminum likes to oxidize

RE: [Repeater-Builder] LMR feedline revisited and revised!

2007-03-22 Thread Barry C'
From: N9WYS [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] LMR feedline revisited and revised! Date: Thu, 22 Mar 2007 12:10:58 -0500 FWIW - I used to weld aluminum with a gas torch (Oxy-Acetylene) a few years

Re: [Repeater-Builder] LMR feedline revisited and revised!

2007-03-22 Thread Barry C'
From: Dexter McIntyre W4DEX [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] LMR feedline revisited and revised! Date: Thu, 22 Mar 2007 18:39:25 -0400 Wby would you even use pl259 connectors on uhf ? Because

Re: [Repeater-Builder] LMR feedline revisited and revised!

2007-03-22 Thread Barry C'
From: Kevin Custer [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] LMR feedline revisited and revised! Date: Thu, 22 Mar 2007 18:03:43 -0400 Why would you even use pl259 connectors on uhf? Why not? Motorola

Re: [Repeater-Builder] LMR feedline revisited and revised!

2007-03-22 Thread Barry C'
From: DCFluX [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] LMR feedline revisited and revised! Date: Thu, 22 Mar 2007 15:05:09 -0700 Wby would you even use pl259 connectors on uhf ? Because 90% of the ham

Re: [Repeater-Builder] LMR feedline revisited and revised!

2007-03-22 Thread Barry C'
I think I will continue to use crimps and proper rubber seal wrap . From: Burt Lang [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] LMR feedline revisited and revised! Date: Fri, 23 Mar 2007 01:12:41 -0400 Hi

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Coax for cabinet and for feedline - other than hardline

2007-03-17 Thread Barry C'
I cant see nay advantage in a commercial stick in those circumstance as long as a decent seal tape is correctly wrapped over any fitting or joins to avoid the wicking of H2o ( assuming the peformance is similar) From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] DC Power Supply Test Load

2007-03-05 Thread Barry C'
What about some incandecent light bulbs ? From: Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] DC Power Supply Test Load Date: Tue, 06 Mar 2007 06:03:09 - Sometimes I wonder how in the World did I get a Ham

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Kenwood TM-271A

2007-03-03 Thread Barry C'
From: Mike Morris [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Kenwood TM-271A Date: Sat, 03 Mar 2007 21:16:06 -0800 At 05:56 PM 03/03/07, you wrote: Has anyone used a Kenwood TM-271A to make a repeater, I

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Problems With Diamond NR73BNMO

2007-02-19 Thread Barry C'
From: Tony L. [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Problems With Diamond NR73BNMO Date: Tue, 20 Feb 2007 03:55:26 - My Diamond NR73BNMO stopped working on 70cm. Tx rx are both fine on 2 meters, but

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Antennas that work both in commercial and amateur

2007-02-16 Thread Barry C'
From: Gary Schafer [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Antennas that work both in commercial and amateur Date: Fri, 16 Feb 2007 10:40:47 -0500 Well lets look at the riddle , swinging a

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Antennas that work both in commercial and amateur

2007-02-16 Thread Barry C'
From: Laryn Lohman [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Antennas that work both in commercial and amateur Date: Fri, 16 Feb 2007 17:33:49 - --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Barry C' [EMAIL

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Antennas that work both in commercial and amateur

2007-02-16 Thread Barry C'
-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Barry C' Sent: Friday, February 16, 2007 6:15 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Antennas that work both in commercial and amateur From: Laryn Lohman [EMAIL PROTECTED

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Antennas that work both in commercial and amateur

2007-02-16 Thread Barry C'
From: Laryn Lohman [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Antennas that work both in commercial and amateur Date: Sat, 17 Feb 2007 03:45:51 - it's also not a stacked so bear little relevence to

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Ok, here's a weird one....

2007-02-15 Thread Barry C'
If you are going to leave the long end open and still have a problem a .001 cap to ground often will solve it From: Nate Duehr [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Ok, here's a weird one Date:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Antenna cleaning solvent ???

2007-02-15 Thread Barry C'
Was with vinegar , then rinse and polish with a good auto cream From: John [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Antenna cleaning solvent ??? Date: Thu, 15 Feb 2007 03:16:36 - What is a good cleaning

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Antennas that work both in commercial and amateur

2007-02-15 Thread Barry C'
I would have to suggest any copper that has a huge bandwidth will have gain on only one tuned area , if you do want to span such areas a broadband dummy load like a Discone might be of use or tuned sticks for each frequency would be achievable and certainly would be of value in both tx and rrx

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Antennas that work both in commercial and amateur

2007-02-15 Thread Barry C'
-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Antennas that work both in commercial and amateur Date: Fri, 16 Feb 2007 03:10:59 - --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Barry C' [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I would have to suggest any copper that has a huge bandwidth will have gain

[Repeater-Builder] assistance please

2007-02-10 Thread Barry C'
As a small bit of fun my self and several other locals are considering installing a 6 metre repeater servicing a modest area around Brisbane and the northern Gold Coast here in Oz, now to keep things cheap we are looking at converting a couple of Kenwood low band TX at 25 watts into a copper

Re: [Repeater-Builder] assistance please

2007-02-10 Thread Barry C'
week. For your application are you wanting to use a PC computer running Linux, with the ability to run repeater software? Allan Overcast KF7FW Link Communications, Inc. www.link-comm.com yes , simply trying to use skill and not throwing $ at the solution Barry C' [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Effects of doubling RF output on UHF repeater?

2007-02-05 Thread Barry C'
Upping the power changes the balance , if you really need to fiddle with it improve the antenna for a boost both ways and at no additional running cost . From: Tony L. [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder]

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Mastr II Station Power Supply Problem?

2007-02-05 Thread Barry C'
SO what happens when you connect a larger power supply ? From: Bill [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Mastr II Station Power Supply Problem? Date: Sun, 04 Feb 2007 22:01:14 - I'm setting up a Mastr

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Antenna on the side of a water tower

2007-01-27 Thread Barry C'
Dave VanHorn [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Can anyone point me to something that will show me the antenna pattern for a VHF and UHF antenna mounted on the side of a water tank at different distances from the tank? I've been offered a site, but I can't have top mount, I

Re: [Repeater-Builder] dual band antenna

2007-01-06 Thread Barry C'
I use a slim jim with some slight fidling with success on two and uhf 2 m is pretty flat and uhf is under 1.5 vswr on the repeaters . From: JOHN MACKEY [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] dual band

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: 6M cans still wanted in UK

2006-12-26 Thread Barry C'
: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: 6M cans still wanted in UK Date: Tue, 26 Dec 2006 14:34:04 - Hi Barry right. I could have a try using say 22mm copper tube what do you think ?. Steve - Original Message - From: Barry C' [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: 6M cans still wanted in UK

2006-12-26 Thread Barry C'
: [Repeater-Builder] Re: 6M cans still wanted in UK Date: Tue, 26 Dec 2006 20:18:50 - Hi I know it is small diameter but I will give it a try. Any idea of a web page with info on this type as opposed to Heliax. Thanks Steve - Original Message - From: Barry C' [EMAIL PROTECTED

[Repeater-Builder] RE:More 6 Metre cans

2006-12-26 Thread Barry C'
http://www.repeater-builder.com/antenna/ant-sys-index.html http://www.qsl.net/kd6pag/usenet/calib-duplex.html should supply a basis for a decent result _ Advertisement: Meet Sexy Singles Today @ Lavalife - Click here

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: 6M cans still wanted in UK

2006-12-25 Thread Barry C'
From: Steve [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: 6M cans still wanted in UK Date: Mon, 25 Dec 2006 14:12:45 - Hi Dave Imade enquiries about getting one made in the UK, £1200 which is roughly

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: 6M cans still wanted in UK

2006-12-25 Thread Barry C'
hand is proving very difficult. I have attempted making a cable one using small dia cable no use best I get is around 6dB per leg, so still big rx desense. Thanks anyway 73 Steve - Original Message - From: Barry C' [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: 6M cans made from other metals

2006-12-25 Thread Barry C'
A valid point however most anything that will accept a silver plate is usually aceptable , copper tube is excellent From: Eric Lemmon [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: 6M cans made from other

Re: [Repeater-Builder] FYI: FCC officially issues RO dropping code requirement

2006-12-16 Thread Barry C'
It is now just a matter of time. The problems with hams not understanding what they are doing will increase. Interference will increase. Commercial interests will petition the FCC for the frequencies. The hams will not be able to defend their desire to keep the frequencies. Now the ham

Re: [Repeater-Builder] FYI: FCC officially issues RO dropping code requirement

2006-12-15 Thread Barry C'
The end ias nigh the world is falling.. oh thats the sky ( about time it was dropped) just like in my part of the world. From: Bob M. [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] FYI: FCC officially issues RO

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Rule on tampering with a FCC licensed transmiter

2006-12-08 Thread Barry C'
In my part of the world hardware might be type approved but can be alteres if it does degradate the signal , very much depends on the permits involved From: Christopher Zeman [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re:

Re: FW: Read: [Repeater-Builder] Stuck cores

2006-12-08 Thread Barry C'
Soiunds like the tool is a poor fit , I remember breaking several cores on a 520 years ago and had to makes a fatter tool to wind them to correct tune ( with some application of a soldering iron) From: Glenn Little WB4UIV [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To:

Re: [Repeater-Builder] 6M duplexer wanted in UK

2006-12-06 Thread Barry C'
Being a fan to the exclusion of saving several hundred quid is rather silly when the duplexers work well and are generally quite efficient . From: Steve [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] 6M duplexer

Re: [Repeater-Builder] 6M duplexer wanted in UK

2006-12-06 Thread Barry C'
of thread from me Steve - Original Message - From: Barry C' To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, December 06, 2006 11:25 AM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] 6M duplexer wanted in UK Being a fan to the exclusion of saving several hundred quid is rather

Re: [Repeater-Builder] 6M duplexer wanted in UK

2006-12-05 Thread Barry C'
I wonder about not finding Heliax , I can buy it new at affordable prices 30 k from here in brisbane ( Oztralia) and we are in the far flung Atipodees Perhaps you're not thinking out sied the circle ? From: Steve [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com To:

Re: [Repeater-Builder] 6M duplexer wanted in UK

2006-12-05 Thread Barry C'
how do you mean thinking outside the circle ?. Have you contacted local firm which deal in such things ? commercial cabler perhaps ( not been in the uk for many years so unfamiliar( Ther must be someone who has a useful supply of suitable cable with in a decent distance ? I have been asking

Re: [Repeater-Builder] 6m repeater for sale

2006-09-13 Thread Barry C'
Hi problem maybe people allready have a 6mtr rptr, like me, but need a resonably priced duplexer. I personaly can not justify paying around £1200 UK pounds for one... You are a ham . make oneand I am certain you can for considerably less than that ( I have several times) Yahoo! Groups